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Transport Canada Vehicles

1975–1976 Western Star 4800 Recall

Issued January 25, 1978
Issue
Hazard description
On certain trucks, the hubs may crack in the barrel section between the inner and outer bearings leading to a hub separation. A separated hub would be held on the axle spindle by the wheel bearing adjusting nut. Continued operation could lead to a tire failure or the hub, wheel and tire could disengage from the vehicle causing a loss of control.
Vehicle
WESTERN STAR 4800