Defect Description For Recall
Paccar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2013 Kenworth T680 Vehicles, Manufactured From November 29, 2012, Through December 6, 2012; And Model Year 2013 Peterbilt 579 And 567 Vehicles, Manufactured From August 28, 2012, Through December 31, 2012. These Vehicles Were Equipped With The Air Suspension Dump Valve Option. New Software May Cause The Rear Air Suspension To Re-Inflate Without Warning When The Operator Turns The Ignition Key To The “Off” Position.
Make Of Vehicle
PETERBILT
Model Of Vehicle
579
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
13V027000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Springs:Air Suspension System
Effect Of Defect
An Unexpected Re-Inflation Of The Suspension Could Result In Personal Injury To A Person Near The Rear Suspension.
Fix Defect
Paccar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reprogram The Software. The Recall Will Begin During February 2013. Owners May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5000 Or Peterbilt At 1-940-591-4000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20120828
End Of Manufacture
20121231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
330
Date Owners Notified
20130213
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20130125
Make Campaign Number
13KWA/113-A