4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024 peterbilt 389, 520, 567, and kenworth t880 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.
Consequence
An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed february 23, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbb and 24kwb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.