15 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2012-07-17
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. The upper bunk restraint belt and buckle assembly may be less than the specified strength.
Consequence
In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on august 20, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth's recall number is 12kwd. Owners may 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.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2012-07-17
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. The warning label located on the front of the upper bunk may deform after installation, making the text unreadable.
Consequence
If the warning label is not readable, the occupant may be unaware of the safety recommendations and be at an increased risk of personal injury in a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the warning label in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on august 20, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth's recall number is 12kwe. Owners may 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.
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2012-05-16
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680, and peterbilt 579 vehicles, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, air brake systems. These vehicles exceed the brake timing test requirements of fmvss 121 for trailer circuits when 15 foot coiled trailer lines are used.
Consequence
The longer brake apply time may result in extended stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners and install a relay valve on the affected vehicles. All the vehicles have been repaired. Owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth¿s recall number is 12kwb.peterbilt¿s recall number is 0512-a.customers may 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.
DEFECT #4 - SEAT BELTS
Posted on: 2013-03-14
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 kenworth t680 and t880 trucks and model year 2013-2014 peterbilt 567, 579 and 587 trucks equipped with air ride seats. The cables for anchoring the seat belt buckles of both the driver and passenger seat may fray.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, a frayed seat belt could cause the belt to separate from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace both seat belt buckle assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2013. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Notes
Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwd.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0313-d.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2013-02-13
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 kenworth t680 and t880 trucks, manufactured from january 18, 2012, through february 1, 2013; and model year 2013-2014 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from january 20, 2012, through january 31, 2013. The exterior lights self-test switch is intended to be used when the vehicle is parked. If the switch is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, the exterior lights self-test switch will cause all exterior lighting to be extinguished.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of lighting during vehicle operation may reduce the driver's ability to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or objects, as well as reduce the truck's visibility to other drivers or pedestrians, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will disable the exterior lights self-test software parameter and remove the exterior lights self-test switch and install a switch plug in its place. The services will be offered free of charge. The recall began on february 28, 2013. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Notes
The exterior lights will re-illuminate if the switch is pushed again.kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwb.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0213-b.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2013-02-13
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 kenworth t680 and t880 trucks, manufactured from january 18, 2012, through february 1, 2013; and model year 2013-2014 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from january 20, 2012, through january 31, 2013. The exterior lights self-test switch is intended to be used when the vehicle is parked. If the switch is pressed while the vehicle is in motion, the exterior lights self-test switch will cause all exterior lighting to be extinguished.
Consequence
An unexpected loss of lighting during vehicle operation may reduce the driver's ability to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or objects, as well as reduce the truck's visibility to other drivers or pedestrians, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will disable the exterior lights self-test software parameter and remove the exterior lights self-test switch and install a switch plug in its place. The services will be offered free of charge. The recall began on february 28, 2013. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Notes
The exterior lights will re-illuminate if the switch is pushed again.kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwb.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0213-b.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2012-06-04
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles equipped with a 76¿ sleeper and grey or tan color-matched bunk restraints for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 302, flammability of interior materials.
Consequence
Flammable material, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners and install new bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on july 13, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth¿s recall number is 12kwc. Owners may 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.
DEFECT #8 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Posted on: 2013-01-29
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from november 29, 2012, through december 6, 2012; and model year 2013 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from august 28, 2012, through december 31, 2012. These vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. New software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the off position.
Consequence
An unexpected re-inflation of the suspension could result in personal injury to a person near the rear suspension.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software. The recall will begin during february 2013. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Notes
Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwa.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 113-a.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2013-01-29
Description
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from november 29, 2012, through december 6, 2012; and model year 2013 peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from august 28, 2012, through december 31, 2012. These vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. New software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the off position.
Consequence
An unexpected re-inflation of the suspension could result in personal injury to a person near the rear suspension.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software. The recall will begin during february 2013. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Notes
Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13kwa.peterbilt's recall campaign number is 113-a.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #10 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Posted on: 2014-01-24
Description
Paccar inc. Is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 kenworth t680 chassis manufactured january 1, 2012, through october 14, 2013, and peterbilt 567 and 579 chassis manufactured january 20, 2012, through october 11, 2013, and equipped with inteva-brand door latch assemblies. In the affected vehicles, the doors may lock permanently while closed or may be opened from the outside even after they have been locked.
Consequence
If the door latch assembly becomes permanently locked while closed occupants could be prevented from exiting the vehicle in the event of a crash or fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right door latch assemblies with new assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on march 25, 2014. Customers may contact paccar at 1-425-468-8228. Kenworth's number for this recall is 14kwb. Peterbilt's number for this recall is 114-a.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #11 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2014-01-30
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar)is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 t660, and t680 vehicles manufactured from december 4, 2012, through september 17, 2013 and configured as a dead axle tandem with air disc brakes and spring brake delete options. The affected vehicles have the parking brake incorrectly placed on the non-driven rear axle.
Consequence
If the parking brake is on the non-driven axle the vehicle could roll away when the parking brakes are set, resulting in an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will move the parking brake components to the forward wheel axle, free of charge. The recall began on april 9, 2014. Owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's number for this recall is 14kwe.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2015-07-22
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl). The drls are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the drls on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. Normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the drl, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on september 167, 2015. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15kwl.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #13 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Posted on: 2015-07-22
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl). The drls are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the drls on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. Normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the drl, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on september 167, 2015. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15kwl.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #14 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Posted on: 2020-04-07
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2008-2019 peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 kenworth t170, t270, t370, t660, t680, t800, t880, and w900 vehicles equipped with namux software. In the event that the anti-lock brake system (abs) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the abs may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of abs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems, and 136, electronic stability control system on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the abs functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will update the namux software within the cab control module, free of charge. Paccar issued owners an interim notification on june 4, 2020. The recall began may 26, 2020. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 20pbc and 20kwb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #15 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2020-04-07
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2008-2019 peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 kenworth t170, t270, t370, t660, t680, t800, t880, and w900 vehicles equipped with namux software. In the event that the anti-lock brake system (abs) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the abs may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of abs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems, and 136, electronic stability control system on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the abs functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will update the namux software within the cab control module, free of charge. Paccar issued owners an interim notification on june 4, 2020. The recall began may 26, 2020. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 20pbc and 20kwb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.