2 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 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 1997-08-29
Description
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with kenworth airglide 200 rear suspension. Due to materials used in the sway bar arms and studs as well as the stud plating material, stress corrosion cracking and bending fatigue can occur in the rear suspension sway bar arms and studs causing the stud to fail prematurely.
Consequence
This could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the arm assembly manufactured from a different material. New studs will be installed with different threads and different finish.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin september 8, 1997. 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 1-206-828-5418. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.