Western Star 4800: Brakes

Affects Western Star 4800 · 1999 — about 24 vehicles.

The hazard

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 121 - Air Brake Systems. The brake linings failed to meet the recovery portion of the deceleration test. Correction: Brake linings 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