| Make : WESTERN STAR | Model : WESTERN STAR | Year : 1984 |
| Build Dates : 19821001 - 19841001 | ||
| NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 84V155000 | ||
| Date Owners Notified: 19841112 | Date Received by ODI: 19841205 | Date Added to Database: 19850107 |
| Manufacturer(s) Involved: WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. | ||
| Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. | ||
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| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 516 | ||
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Summary of the Safety Concern:
A DEFECTIVE TOGGLE SWITCH MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE SLEEPER OF SOME TRUCKS. THE PROBLEM MAY CAUSE AN INTERMITTENT SHORT CIRCUIT, RESULTING FROM CONSTANT VIBRATION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH MAY CAUSE THE SWITCH TERMINAL TO WEAR THROUGH THE INSULATING MATERIAL. |
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Consequence:
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Remedy:
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT FOR THE DEFECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A TOGGLE SWITCH BOX TO PREVENT A SHORT CIRCUIT. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | Vehicles Report | |
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Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
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