1980 Western WS Series
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1980 Western WS Series. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 recalls name the 1980 Western WS Series. Newest first.
Spring seat can deform, which causes a decrease in the clamping force in the suspension assembly. Loss of clamping force may bring about axle misalignment or axle housing failure.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The axle housing will be inspected and replaced, if necessary. The spring seats will also be replaced.
Inadequate weld positioning coupled with radius rod load and loosening of the spring clip nuts could cause spring seat fracture. This can result in loss of directional control of the axle.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Spring seat radius rod brackets will be inspected and replaced if necessary. In addition, supplemental brackets will be installed to reinforce the spring seat, without charge.
Due to a deficiency in material strength, the front engine support brackets on the involved vehicles may develop cracks that could lead to bracket failure. This would cause the engine to drop down into the radiator, damaging the shroud, engine fan, and other associated parts. The engine throttle could be pulled into full governed position.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The existing support brackets will be replaced with brackets made of ductile iron, at no charge to owner.
Vehicle certification labels were mislocated on the involved vehicles. The labels are located inside the dispatch box lid where they are not easily visible.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
New certification labels will be installed in an acceptable location.
Every Western WS Series model year
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