NHTSA Recall 84V129000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V129000; Date: Oct. 16, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Western Star Western Star
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 248
Recall Summary:
Some door latches may not be secure due to defective springs. The springs may detach from the latch at any time. If the door of the vehicle is slammed the spring may become dislodged, preventing the door from closing. Vibrations of the vehicle over a rough road may cause the spring to dislodge, allowing the door to swing open by itself.
How to Fix:
Defective latches will be replaced with a corrected type.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: structure; door latches. Consequences of defect: an unsecured door presents the possibility of personalinjury to vehicle occupants who may be ejected from the vehicle. Note: nothing can be done to reduce the chances of this malfunction occurringprior to having the defect corrected.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 10, 1984
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