NHTSA Recall 00V246304: Linkages (steering)
WESTERN STAR TRUCKS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 303 vehicles. It affects 1999–2000 Western Star Western Star.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V246304 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | W-0004 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | October 11, 2000 |
| Owner notification | November 8, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with trw 20-edl ball-socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket. These bearings were produced between july 5 and october 3, 1999.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball-socket assemblies.
Notes
Owner notification began november 8, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact western star at 1-250-860-3319. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V246304
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.