7
recalls
The Western RWS Series has 7 recalls covering 34,163 vehicles as reported; model year 1981 is covered by the most (5).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
7
Most for 1981: 5
Units affected
34K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Western RWS Series by component
- Suspension3 · 13K units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 15K units
- Service brakes, air1 · 1,163 units
- Steering1 · 4,393 units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 186 units
Western RWS Series recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 1984 | Mack CF, F Series, FM Series, MB Series and 9 more (1978-1982): SuspensionNo. 84V036000 | Other or not stated | 3,421 |
| Mar 22, 1984 | Mack DM Series, MC Series, MH, R Series and 10 more (1983-1984): SteeringNo. 84V033000 | Other or not stated | 4,393 |
| Mar 22, 1984 | Western RWL Series, RWS Series (1981-1984): Service brakes, airNo. 84V032000 | Fire | 1,163 |
| Dec 29, 1981 | Western RWL Series, RWS Series (1978-1981): Vehicle speed controlNo. 81V156000 | Other or not stated | 186 |
| Aug 6, 1981 | Western RL Series, RS Series, RWL Series, RWS Series and 2 more (1978-1981): SuspensionNo. 81V094000 | Crash risk | 1,000 |
| Jul 8, 1981 | Western RWL Series, RWS Series, WL Series, WS Series (1978-1981): Engine and engine coolingNo. 81V087000 | Poisoning | 15,000 |
| Dec 28, 1979 | Western RL Series, RS Series, RWL Series, RWS Series and 2 more (1977-1979): SuspensionNo. 79V275000 | Other or not stated | 9,000 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1984 Western RWS Series recalled?
Yes: 2 recalls cover the 1984 Western RWS Series. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Western RWS Series have?
7 recalls cover the Western RWS Series, for 34,163 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is suspension (3 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.