Defect Description For Recall
Kenworth Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 And 2013 T270 And T370 Medium Duty Trucks Built With Eaton Ultrashift Transmissions Between December 7, 2011, And April 6, 2012. The Air Harness From The Treadle Valve On The Affected Vehicles Was Routed In A Manner That Can Cause The Air Brake Lines To Be Pinched Between The Cab And The Electronic Clutch Actuator Of The Eaton Ultrashift Transmission. Significant Movement Between The Cab And Transmission Can Cause Progressive Wear And An Eventual Leak In The Air Lines.
Make Of Vehicle
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
T370
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V530000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Air Lines Which Leak Can Cause Reduced Brake FunCTIon, Which May Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Kenworth Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On November 30, 2012. Owners May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20111207
End Of Manufacture
20120406
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15
Date Owners Notified
20121130
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20121012
Make Campaign Number
12KWH