3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2007-03-16
Description
On certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly.
Consequence
If any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into neutral when left in drive with the parking brake set engaged. The vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the affected vehicles to ensure the auto neutral feature functions properly and, if needed, will make the necessary repairs free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 07kw3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2003-02-13
Description
Certain trucks equipped with trailer connections fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 121, air brake systems, and no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. The supplier removed a rubber grommet from the trailer light line connector. The vehicles are experiencing corrosion at the 7-way trailer connection. This causes intermittent flashing/flickering of the trailer lights.
Consequence
This could cause an electrical short and/or possible fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the missing grommet on all affected chassis. If a connector is found defective, it will be replaced with a new connector. Owner notification is began on march 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 03kw1. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2003-04-02
Description
Certain trucks equipped with meritor p 18x7 brakes with 36 brake chambers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, air brake systems. These trucks were manufactured with a combined air reservoir volume less than 12 times the combined volume of all service brake chambers.
Consequence
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add an additional tank or change one of the existing air tanks to a larger size. Owner notification began on may 5, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 03kw3. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).