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1989 Western Star Conventional recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1989 Western Star Conventional. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1989 Western Star Conventional recalls, newest first

January 5, 1996NHTSA 96V02200021 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Summary
These heavy trucks were equipped with exhaust mufflers without heat shielding.
Consequence
Someone working behind the cab could contact the hot muffler causing personal injury. Also some of these vehicles were equipped with deck plates with no grab handles for access.
Remedy
Dealers will install muffler shields and, where necessary, grab handles.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 22, 1995NHTSA 95V03400048 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum

Summary
The brake return springs on the front brakes can contact the front hubs as the brake pads and drums wear, resulting in spring failure. A piece of the failed spring can lodge in the brake cam causing the brake to drag and the steering to pull to one side.
Consequence
Steering pull from the dragging brake can increase the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 9, 1994NHTSA 94V2210001,690 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 7, 1993NHTSA 93V2070005,304 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary
The cab access grab handles have thinner than specified wall thickness and are susceptible to fatigue failure breaking at the bend radius near the upper mounting bolt hole.
Consequence
Failure during use of the grab handles can cause auser to fall resulting in personal injury.
Remedy
Western star dealers will remove and destroy the recalled grab handles. New handles will be installed on these vehicles.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 8, 1992NHTSA 92V14300010,893 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)

Summary
Premature failure of the aluminum clutch release lever can occur from stress corrosion due to continuous loading of the lever and exposure to road salt spray.
Consequence
If the failure occurs during vehicle operation, theclutch is rendered inoperative and the vehicle operator cannot control thevehicle speed by up-shifting or down-shifting, which may result in loss ofvehicle control.
Remedy
Replace the aluminum lever with an iron lever.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 6, 1990NHTSA 90V200000196 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary
When brake air lines and battery electrical cables are routed through the angle brackets on the frame rails, the leaf spring may rub against the battery cables or air lines, causing fraying and eventually rupture.
Consequence
If the battery cables are sufficiently frayed, the cablesmay cause a short circuit and result in a fire. If the brake air lines areruptured or punctured, severely decreased braking ability may ensue.
Remedy
Reroute battery and air line hoses away from the rear transmission support spring.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 22, 1989NHTSA 89V23300075 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Springs

Summary
Throttle return springs may fail during normal operation without prior warning.
Consequence
If both throttle return springs fail the engine throttlenat not return to the idle postion when the throttle pedal is released. This mayresult in loss of vehicle control, and could cause an accident.
Remedy
Manufacturer will replace the throttle return springs.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 1989NHTSA 89V1650007 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Seat belts designed for use on driver's seats were installed on passenger seats; this causes the strap connecting the buckle to the floor to be twisted.
Consequence
Stresses within the buckle result in failure to complywith FMVSS 210.
Remedy
Replace seat belt assemblies.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1989 Western Star Conventional were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Western Star Conventional years

Other 1989 Western Star models

Questions

Does the 1989 Western Star Conventional have any recalls?
8 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic, suspension, structure, power train, electrical system. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1989 Western Star Conventional recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Western Star dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1989 Western Star Conventional?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.