Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #07V279000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V279000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 28,968 affected units, OIL FILL CAP/CATERPILLAR, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c11, c13 or c15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
Corrective Action
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles. revised oil cap retention based on the engine model/configuration will be incorporated to prevent steering lock-up. the recall began during december 2007. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.