Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #06V447000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V447000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 443 affected units, TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN/TRW, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with a trw tilt/telescoping steering column, the tilt locking mechanism on the steering column may disengage. this could prevent the steering column from locking in to predetermined positions.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the tilt locking mechanism with a revised design that incorporates a new bracket for restraining the tilting mechanism. the recall began on december 22, 2006. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V447000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2006-11-24T00:00:00

Subject: Tilt/telescoping steering column/trw

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 443

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 06KW2

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with a trw tilt/telescoping steering column, the tilt locking mechanism on the steering column may disengage. this could prevent the steering column from locking in to predetermined positions.

Consequence Summary: Should the locking mechanism disengage, the tilting travel of the column would be unrestricted. this unrestricted travel allows the steering wheel to impact the dash and could limit the movement of the steering wheel potentially resulting in difficulty maneuvering the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the tilt locking mechanism with a revised design that incorporates a new bracket for restraining the tilting mechanism. the recall began on december 22, 2006. 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: 06V447000

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Created At: 1742808662

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