Vehicle recall 94V221000 · November 9, 1994
Western Star Conventional and Truck Tractor
The aluminum rear spring shackle brackets have developed cracks which can lead to separation of the brackets from the frame rail.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The aluminum rear spring shackle brackets have developed cracks which can lead to separation of the brackets from the frame rail.
- Consequence
- The suspension can drop down on one side, causing a reduction of steering control which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the spring brackets.
- Notes
- System: suspension; independent front; attaching mechanism; spring; coil.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and truck tractors.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact western star AT1-604-868-6222. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 94V221000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 9, 1994
- Filed by
- WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC.
- Owner notification
- December 9, 1994
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,690
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Vehicles covered
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