Western Star · Canada · High
Western Star Conventional: Engine
Affects Western Star Conventional · 1988–1989 — about 862 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain trucks, the throttle cable may fail in service due to vibrational fatigue between the cable end sleeve and hub. Such a failure could result in possible loss of vehicle control and a crash without prior warning. Correction: Throttle cable will be replaced.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational