Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V082001 Reported November 30, 1999

Western star/meritor/15" diameter cam brakes

Western Star Trucks, Inc. · Service Brakes, Air · 50 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V082001
Manufacturer Campaign
W-9902
Manufacturer
Western Star Trucks, Inc.
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
50
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 30, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 15" (widths: 4" and 5") air-actuated q-plus cam brake equipped with federal mogul friction products 3030-197 brake lining (meritor r201) brake linings and actuated with type 20 air chambers x 5.5" slack adjusters. the affected brakes were installed predominantly in heavy truck front axle assemblies. these assemblies do not fully satisfy the test performance requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Safety Consequence

This condition could cause decreased braking effort.

Corrective Action

The brake lining will be replaced with upgraded brake linings.

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 99V082001 or campaign W-9902.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V082001

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

What is recall 99V082001?

NHTSA recall 99V082001 was issued by Western Star Trucks, Inc. on November 30, 1999. It addresses: Western star/meritor/15" diameter cam brakes. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Western Star Trucks, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V082001 or the manufacturer campaign number W-9902. 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.