Defect Description For Recall
Paccar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2013 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T700, T800, W900, And Peterbilt 320, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, And 587 Vehicles, Manufactured From January 31, 2011, Through January 19, 2012, And Equipped With Bendix Atr-6 Antilock TrAction Relay Valves. In Extremely Cold Conditions, These Bendix Relay Valves May Potentially Develop Internal Leakage. Internal Leakage Can Lead To Air Pressure Being Delivered To Affected Primary Or Secondary Brake Causing Continuous Brake Application.
Make Of Vehicle
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
T370
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V026000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve
Effect Of Defect
Unexpected Continuous Brake Application Can Cause The Brakes To Overheat And Lead To A Fire. Unexpected Continuous Brake Application Can Cause The Driver To Lose Control Of The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. Also, The Brakes May Be Applied Without Illuminating The Brake Lights, Failing To Give Proper Warning To Other Drivers.
Fix Defect
Paccar Will Notify Owners, And Provide A Temporary Repair Until Bendix Develops A Permanent Remedy. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On February 10, 2012. Owner May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5440 And Peterbilt At 1-940-591-4196.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20110131
End Of Manufacture
20120119
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15932
Date Owners Notified
20120210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20120130
Make Campaign Number
12KWA/0112-A