REC-001509

active

2018–2020 Western Star Unknown

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 9 March 2020

Defect

The exhaust gasket at the turbo/exhaust pipe join and at the exhaust pipe/aftertreatment device join may not have been installed. An audible and visual exhaust leak may be detectable from the affected areas.

Hazard

Vehicles may not meet the required emissions standards.

Remedy

Affected consumers can contact their authorised Western Star Truck dealer and quote campaign number FL822 to book their vehicle in for repair, free of charge. For further information, consumers can contact Western Star Trucks on 07 3271 7777 or locate their local authorised dealer at https://westernstar.com.au/dealers/

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — PENSKE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001509