8
recalls
The Western WL Series has 8 recalls covering 40,970 vehicles as reported; model year 1979 is covered by the most (7).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
8
Most for 1979: 7
Units affected
41K
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 WL Series by component
- Suspension3 · 13K units
- Electrical system1 · 4,456 units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 15K units
- Equipment1 · 3,300 units
- Seat belts1 · 400 units
- Steering1 · 4,393 units
Western WL 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 |
| 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 |
| Mar 11, 1980 | Western WL Series, WS Series (1979-1980): EquipmentNo. 80V026000 | Other or not stated | 3,300 |
| 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 |
| Dec 27, 1979 | Western WL Series, WS Series (1978-1979): Seat beltsNo. 79V274000 | Other or not stated | 400 |
| Dec 27, 1979 | Western WL Series, WS Series (1977-1979): Electrical systemNo. 79V271000 | Other or not stated | 4,456 |
Related pages
Questions and answers
Is the 1984 Western WL Series recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1984 Western WL 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 WL Series have?
8 recalls cover the Western WL Series, for 40,970 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.