Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #07V217000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V217000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 61 affected units, REAR HOOD MOUNTING BRACKETS/FRONT BRAKE, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, the rear hood mounting brackets can contact the front axle brake chamber during full axle articulation.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brake chamber and surrounding components for any damage and modify the rear hood support bracket to eliminate the potential for interference. if any brake components is damaged, the dealer will be instructed to replace the components free of charge. the recall began on may 14, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V217000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2007-05-22T00:00:00
Subject: Rear hood mounting brackets/front brake
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 61

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 07KW9
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain trucks, the rear hood mounting brackets can contact the front axle brake chamber during full axle articulation.
Consequence Summary: If contact occurs, two possible scenarios may result: (1) the front brake chamber may be damaged to a point resulting in the loss of air or cause sudden full application of one of the brakes on the front axle; or (2) the front brake chamber may be damaged causing a reduction in braking capacity, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the brake chamber and surrounding components for any damage and modify the rear hood support bracket to eliminate the potential for interference. if any brake components is damaged, the dealer will be instructed to replace the components free of charge. the recall began on may 14, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-bzd9-pmi4-t43u
NHTSA ID: 07V217000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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