Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #05V237000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V237000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 850 affected units, AIRGLIDE HIGH-ARTICULATION REAR SUSPENSION, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks and tractors equipped with airglide high-articulation rear suspensions, the c65-1006 sway bar used in this rear suspension may experience a reduction in fatigue life due to either a manufacturing process or a high induced stress during an extreme suspension articulation event.

Corrective Action

The inspection and repair of these vehicles will depend on the type of vehicle (tractor or truck) and the intended service application. this inspection and repair criteria will be forthcoming. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V237000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2005-05-19T00:00:00

Subject: Airglide high-articulation rear suspension

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 850

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 05KW4

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks and tractors equipped with airglide high-articulation rear suspensions, the c65-1006 sway bar used in this rear suspension may experience a reduction in fatigue life due to either a manufacturing process or a high induced stress during an extreme suspension articulation event.

Consequence Summary: Both of these conditions can lead to a failure of the sway bar which could cause the rear axle to come loose, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: The inspection and repair of these vehicles will depend on the type of vehicle (tractor or truck) and the intended service application. this inspection and repair criteria will be forthcoming. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 05V237000

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