Safety Recall NHTSA · 95V034000 Reported February 22, 1995

Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system

Western Star Trucks, Inc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 48 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
95V034000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
48
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 22, 1995

Defect Summary

The brake return springs on the front brakes can contact the front hubs as the brake pads and drums wear, resulting in spring failure. A piece of the failed spring can lodge in the brake cam causing the brake to drag and the steering to pull to one side.

Safety Consequence

Steering pull from the dragging brake can increase the potential for a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the front hubs on the affected vehicles.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Western Star Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 95V034000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 95V034000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 95V034000?

NHTSA recall 95V034000 was issued by Western Star Trucks, Inc. on February 22, 1995. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system. The recall affects approximately 48 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Western Star Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 95V034000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.