2011–2018 Western Star
- Affected
- 18
- Category
- Trucks and buses
- Campaign
- FL773
- Supplier
- PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
The 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.
The hazard
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.
The remedy
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/
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 18 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Website:
- https://penske.com.au/
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.