recall information
Recall number
REC-002861
PRA number
2006/8455
Campaign number
FL453A-F
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Western Star
Model
Various
Affected units
90
What are the defects?
The transverse beam end castings on certain Holland Neway AD rear suspensions may not have been manufactured to the correct material specification and could fracture under normal loads. The transverse beam could drop low enough to contact the road surface, generating sparks or pieces of the end casting.
What are the hazards?
Fire
What should consumers do?
Owners will be directly contacted by mail.
Supplier details
Western Trucks Australia Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
