Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #09V140000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V140000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 2 affected units, MISSING CALIPER TIE BAR ON REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling 2 my 2009 kenworth t270 and t370 4x2 trucks. the anchor plate tie bar which reinforces the anchor plate on 73mm calipers was not installed. under high torque brake applications the slide pins could bind, resulting in a reduction of the braking effort and/or brake drag caused by incomplete brake release; or the anchor plate could fatigue, resulting in a cracked and/or fracture anchor plate.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brakes on the affected chassis for the presence of the anchor plate tie bar; and install the anchor plate tie bar if missing free of charge. all vehicles have been fixed. owner may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V140000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2009-04-29T00:00:00

Subject: Missing caliper tie bar on rear hydraulic brake

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 409B & 09KW2

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Paccar is recalling 2 my 2009 kenworth t270 and t370 4x2 trucks. the anchor plate tie bar which reinforces the anchor plate on 73mm calipers was not installed. under high torque brake applications the slide pins could bind, resulting in a reduction of the braking effort and/or brake drag caused by incomplete brake release; or the anchor plate could fatigue, resulting in a cracked and/or fracture anchor plate.

Consequence Summary: This condition could result in reduced braking capacity and increased stopping distances, or part of the anchor plate could separate and fall onto the roadway. either of these could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the brakes on the affected chassis for the presence of the anchor plate tie bar; and install the anchor plate tie bar if missing free of charge. all vehicles have been fixed. owner 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-y7rt-8nm9.vytf

NHTSA ID: 09V140000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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