2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Kenworth campaign no n/a.peterbilt campaign no 276a.possibility that checkvalve between the second and third tank of the air system is a single checkvalve instead of a double check valve as should be employed.if this conditionexists and the plumbing to the parking brakes may be so directed as tonotprovide a back-up air system and thus fail to comply with federal motor vehiclesafety standard 121.(correct by inspecting and installing double check valveand redirecting plumbing to meet standard 121).
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
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Peterbilt campaign no 376 b.kenworth campaign no aaab.possibility frontaxle u-bolts were not manufactured to factory specifications.if thiscondition exists the bolts may break and cause loss of steering control ofvehicle.(correct by inspecting and replacing u-bolts with ones manufacturedto specifications).