Recalls for your 2008 Kenworth K500

Recalls for 2008 Kenworth K500

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The Kenworth K500 cabover is Kenworths premier model for oil and gas exploration worldwide. It builds upon the reputation Kenworth has built over the years with its Kenworth 853, Kenworth 953 and Kenworth K953 cabover models.

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS


Posted on: 2008-01-08
Description
Certain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  106, brake hoses.  The tubing was manufactured with only four layers of nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.  

Consequence
The diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the air brake hoses and, if necessary, replace the hoses.  The recall began on february 22, 2008.  Owner notification schedule for this campaign.  Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Notes
Kenworth recall no.  07kwf and peterbilt recall no.  1207l.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
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