Western Star (2011–2018)

Published 2019-09-08

What the hazard is

If the brake hose is leaking air, the brake may not function properly, posing an accident or injury risk to the vehicle occupants and other road users.

What to do

Affected consumers/lessees can contact their authorised Western Star Truck dealer/lessor and quote campaign number FL773 to book their vehicle for inspection and repair. The inspection and repair will be free of charge. For further information, consumers can contact Western Star Trucks on 07 3271 777 or locate their local authorised dealer at https://westernstar.com.au/dealers/

Defect

In some vehicles clearance between the hood and the front brake hose may be inadequate, resulting in chafing of the front brake hose and a possible air leak. A damaged brake hose may reduce brake effectiveness.

Read the official notice on vehiclerecalls.gov.au

Data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au. autozoo is an independent service. A repair under a recall is free to the owner.