Defect Description For Recall
Kenworth Is Recalling Model Year 2010 T2000, T800, T660 And W900S Trucks Manufactured Between July 1 And October 23, 2009. The Fasteners Attaching The Steering Gear To The Front Drive Bracket May Have Received Insufficient Torque During The Installation Process Resulting In Less Than Required Clamp Load.
Make Of Vehicle
KENWORTH
Model Of Vehicle
W900S
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
09V490000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
The Insufficient Clamp Load May Allow The Fastener(S) To Become Loose And Fall Away From The Vehicle Resulting In Road Debris. If Multiple Fasteners Were To Become Loose, The Vehicle Steering May Wander, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Re-Torque The Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During January 2010. Owners May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5440.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20090701
End Of Manufacture
20091023
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3078
Date Owners Notified
20100128
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20091223
Make Campaign Number
09KWB