Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #11V281000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V281000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 3 affected units, KENWORTH/QUICK RELEASE AIR VALVE/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t440 tractors manufactured between october 18, 2010, and february 9, 2011 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the quick release air valve required in the full truck service brake air line gladhand connection may not have been installed. the omission of the quick release air valve may allow the full truck service brake air line gladhand release timing to exceed the threshold of 0.75 seconds by 1/10th of a second, thereby failing to comply with the with the requirements of the safety standard.

Corrective Action

Kenworth dealers will install the quick release air valve in the full truck service brake air line with gladhand connection. all of the vehicles have been repaired, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. the recall began on june 23, 2011. owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V281000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2011-05-10T00:00:00

Subject: Kenworth/quick release air valve/fmvss 121

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 3

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 11KWC

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t440 tractors manufactured between october 18, 2010, and february 9, 2011 for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the quick release air valve required in the full truck service brake air line gladhand connection may not have been installed. the omission of the quick release air valve may allow the full truck service brake air line gladhand release timing to exceed the threshold of 0.75 seconds by 1/10th of a second, thereby failing to comply with the with the requirements of the safety standard.

Consequence Summary: The service brake of a towed vehicle or trailer may have a delayed release, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Kenworth dealers will install the quick release air valve in the full truck service brake air line with gladhand connection. all of the vehicles have been repaired, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. the recall began on june 23, 2011. owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V281000

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