Defect Description For Recall
Air Brake System Was Modified By Adding A Longer Air Line Between The Abs Solenoid And The Transfer Tee To Simplify Manufacturing. This Modification Caused The Trucks To Be In Non-Compliance With Fmvss 121, Brake Timing Test.
Make Of Vehicle
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
T800
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
91V043000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air
Effect Of Defect
The Mistimed Brake And Abs System May Cause The Truck Tofail The Stopping Distance Requirement Of The Fmvss, Which May Lead To Anaccident.
Fix Defect
Remove The Extra Length Of Air Line And Install The Transfer Tee At The Abs Solenoid.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19890801
End Of Manufacture
19910101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
77
Date Owners Notified
19910710
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
19910314
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121