NHTSA Recall 84V155000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V155000; Date: Dec. 5, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Western Star Western Star; 1983 Western Star Western Star; 1984 Western Star Western Star
Component: Exterior Lighting
Manufactured by: Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 516
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: interior systems; sleeper and interior light switch. Consequences of defect: the short circuit may overheat the wires, resulting inheat damage to surrounding materials. Smoke hazard and possible fire couldcause injury to vehicle occupants.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 12, 1984
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