3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2001-04-26
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor fg941 steer axles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) was determined incorrectly and over-stated on the vehicle certification label. With the incorrect gawr listed, these labels do not meet the certification requirements of part 567, requirements for manufacturers of motor vehicles. Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating.
Consequence
These vehicles would not be in compliance with federal regulations.
Corrective Action
Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. Owner notification began june 22, 2001. 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 1-425-828-5000.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - SEATS
Posted on: 1995-05-19
Description
An interference condition between the back cushion and the recliner handle can cause an incomplete latching of the recliner mechanism.
Consequence
This condition can cause the seat back to ratchet rearward. Rearward movement of the seat back increases to where the seatback has moved to a fully reclined horizontal position. Complete loss of back support could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the seat and, if necessary, install a new recliner latch spring and handle.
Notes
System: interior; seats.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with bostrum air cushion ii reclining seats.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact kenworth at 1-206-828-5418. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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).