Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #09V415000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V415000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 914 affected units, INSUFFICIENT AXLE U-BOLT TORQUE ON AIR GLIDE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Kenworth is recalling model year 2009 through 2010 t2000, t800, t660 and w900 trucks manufactured between november 12, 2008 and september 30, 2009. the axle u-bolts attaching the axle to the suspension leaf spring on certain ag400l rear suspensions may have received insufficient fastener torque during the installation process. the insufficient torque may allow the axle u-bolt to become loose, which may cause vibration in the rear suspension.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the axle u-bolts for visible defects, including bent and/or smashed threads and re-torque the axle u-bolts to factory specifications. the recall began on november 4, 2009. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V415000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2009-10-21T00:00:00

Subject: Insufficient axle u-bolt torque on air glide

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 914

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 09KWA

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Kenworth is recalling model year 2009 through 2010 t2000, t800, t660 and w900 trucks manufactured between november 12, 2008 and september 30, 2009. the axle u-bolts attaching the axle to the suspension leaf spring on certain ag400l rear suspensions may have received insufficient fastener torque during the installation process. the insufficient torque may allow the axle u-bolt to become loose, which may cause vibration in the rear suspension.

Consequence Summary: If multiple fasteners were to become loose, the rear axle may shift relative to the rear suspension leaf spring, which can result in loss of control and a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the axle u-bolts for visible defects, including bent and/or smashed threads and re-torque the axle u-bolts to factory specifications. the recall began on november 4, 2009. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-tyap-f3zi_inie

NHTSA ID: 09V415000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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