Western Star Conventional: Brakes

Affects Western Star Conventional · 1987–1990 — about 11 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain trucks, the brake return springs on the front brakes may contact the front hubs. Over time the hub may wear the spring shank to the point of spring failure. A piece of the failed spring may become lodged in the brake cam causing the brake to drag. This could cause the steering to pull to one side without prior warning and a crash could occur. Correction: Front hubs 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