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1980 Western WL Series recalls

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

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

For the 1980 Western WL Series. 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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1980 Western WL Series recalls, newest first

August 6, 1981NHTSA 81V0940001,000 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear › Springs

Summary
Inadequate weld positioning coupled with radius rod load and loosening of the spring clip nuts could cause spring seat fracture. This can result in loss of directional control of the axle.
Remedy
Spring seat radius rod brackets will be inspected and replaced if necessary. In addition, supplemental brackets will be installed to reinforce the spring seat, without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 8, 1981NHTSA 81V08700015,000 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

Summary
Due to a deficiency in material strength, the front engine support brackets on the involved vehicles may develop cracks that could lead to bracket failure. This would cause the engine to drop down into the radiator, damaging the shroud, engine fan, and other associated parts. The engine throttle could be pulled into full governed position.
Remedy
The existing support brackets will be replaced with brackets made of ductile iron, at no charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 11, 1980NHTSA 80V0260003,300 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary
Vehicle certification labels were mislocated on the involved vehicles. The labels are located inside the dispatch box lid where they are not easily visible.
Remedy
New certification labels will be installed in an acceptable location.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1980 Western WL Series were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Western WL Series years

Other 1980 Western models

Questions

Does the 1980 Western WL Series have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, engine and engine cooling, equipment. 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 1980 Western WL Series recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Western 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 1980 Western WL Series?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.