Recall 82V-007: 1973–1979 White Truck Western Star, 1973–1979 White Truck White Truck

WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jan 25, 1982, covering about 123 vehicles.

NHTSA number

82V-007

Report date

Jan 25, 1982

Vehicles affected

123

Owners notified

Jun 4, 1982

The problem

The service and parking brakes on the involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". Use of the vehicle by individuals not familiar with its braking capabilities may result in longer deceleration times.

The fix

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install two spring brake chambers at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks.system: service and parking brakes; air.consequences of defect: longer deceleration can lead to a loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.note: the owner is advised to maintain proper tractor and trailer brakeadjustments and become familiarized with the vehicles decelerationcapabilities. The tractor trailer should be parked using the tractor onlybrakes (Blue knob) first, then applying the trailer brakes. It may be necessaryto block vehicle"s wheels.

Recall details

Manufacturer	WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION
Component	Parking Brake › Driveline › Air
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	82V007000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
White Truck Western Star	1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979	All years
White Truck White Truck	1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 82V-007?

How is recall 82V-007 fixed?

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install two spring brake chambers at no cost to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.