Defect Description For Recall
Paccar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Kenworth T400, T600, T700, T800, And W900 Vehicles, Manufactured From July 18, 2012, Through August 10, 2012. Cap Screws Securing The Main Driveline To The Forward Rear Axle And Cap Screws On The Inter-Axle Driveline May Not Have Been Properly Torqued.
Make Of Vehicle
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
T600
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
12V407000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline
Effect Of Defect
Fasteners Which Are Not Properly Torqued To Specification Can Result In The Driveline Separating From The Vehicle, Disabling The Vehicle And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash. The Separated Component Could Also Become A Road Hazard.
Fix Defect
Paccar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect And Re-Torque The Each Of The Affected Fasteners, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 7, 2012. Owners May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5440.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
535
Date Owners Notified
20120907
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20120820
Make Campaign Number
12KWF