4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 1991-03-21
Description
Air brake system was modified by adding a longer air line between the abs solenoid and the transfer tee to simplify manufacturing. This modification caused the trucks to be in non-compliance with fmvss 121, brake timing test.
Consequence
The mistimed brake and abs system may cause the truck tofail the stopping distance requirement of the fmvss, which may lead to anaccident.
Corrective Action
Remove the extra length of air line and install the transfer tee at the abs solenoid.
Notes
System: air brake system and anti-lock air brakes; fmvss 121.vehicle description: trucks built with airglide 100 suspension and bosch absbrake system.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1991-02-21
Description
Pitman arm pinch bolts may have been inadequately torqued.
Consequence
This could allow pitman arm to slip on the steering gearoutput shaft resulting in loss of control and an accident.
Corrective Action
Retorque pinch bolts and reset as necessary.
Notes
System: pitman arm pinch bolt.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks.
DEFECT #3 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1991-06-20
Description
Sprague wiper assembly pivot can seize due to galvanic corrosion between the zinc-plated steel shaft and the bronze bushings.
Consequence
This corrosion can cause wiper arm/blade assembly to stopwiping windshield, this could affect driver visibility and result in anaccident.
Corrective Action
Replace sprague wiper assembly pivot with an assembly not susceptible to galvanic corrosion.
Notes
System: wiper assembly pivot.veehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with sprague wiper assembly pivot.
DEFECT #4 - 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).