5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2003-10-23
Description
On certain trucks equipped with dana spicer integral knuckle and steer arm assemblies, the steer axle assemblies may have a longitudinal crack in the steer arm.
Consequence
If the crack should propagate over time, the ball could become loose resulting in a loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the knuckle and steer arm assemblies. Owner notification began january 5, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 03kwapeterbilt recall no. 1003g.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 #2 - TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2003-05-15
Description
On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Consequence
If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. Kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 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 peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Notes
Peterbilt recall no. 403-c/kenworth recall no. 03kw4.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Posted on: 2003-07-03
Description
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with vertical tail pipes, the frame access grabhandle is mounted too high.
Consequence
This condition could cause a person to slip and/or fall and could lead to personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the grabhandle location and if determined to be mounted too high, the handle will be relocated to the proper height. Owner notification began july 29, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 03kw5.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 #4 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 2004-08-23
Description
On certain trucks, the bracket, used to support the battery box and step, can crack.
Consequence
A crack in the bracket may lead to premature failure of the bracket causing the step to fail without warning, when an individual steps on it, causing a fall.
Corrective Action
Dealers will change the battery box support bracket and step support bracket. The recall began on september 24, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Paccar/kenworth recall no. 04kw5.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 #5 - 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).