Western Star Conventional: Brakes

Affects Western Star Conventional · 1988–1990 — about 321 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain trucks, the battery cables and air lines may have been routed and clipped in such a way that downward movement of the transmission may cause the transmission rear support spring to pinch the battery cables and brake air lines. This could rupture the air lines causing loss of air and decreased vehicle braking or damage the battery cables insulation causing a short circuit and risk of fire. Correction: The routing of the air lines and battery cables will be checked and rerouted if required. Any damaged air lines or battery cables 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