Does the 1991 Western Star Conventional have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, equipment, suspension, structure. 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 1991 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 1991 Western Star Conventional?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1991 Western Star Conventional recalls

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

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

For the 1991 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.

Has your Western Star been repaired?

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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Western Star dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1991 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

January 1, 1995NHTSA 95V014000122 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer

Summary: Straps holding the sleeper upper bunk in the raised position can release without warning.
Consequence: If the restraining strap releases suddenly, thebunk falls without warning and can strike an occupant sitting in the lower bunk causing personal injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the upper bunk retaining straps with an improved automotive safety belt style design strap.

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

July 13, 1993NHTSA 93V11700016 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer

Summary: The burn rate for the mattress ticking exceeds the 4 inches per minute requirement of FMVSS 302, "flammability of interior materials."
Consequence: Excessive burn rates of interior materials presents anincreased risk of injury to vehicle occupants in case of a fire.
Remedy: Replace the mattress ticking with new covers that comply with the standard.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1991 Western Star Conventional were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1991 Western Star Conventional have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, equipment, suspension, structure. 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 1991 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 1991 Western Star Conventional?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.