Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #11V334000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V334000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 72 affected units, KENWORTH/SAFETY LATCH, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2012 kenworth t660 tractors manufactured between april 18, 2011, and may 20, 2011, equipped with a safety latch attached to the hood strut which is designed to automatically engage when the hood is opened. if the hood strut were to separate, the safety latch may not engage.
Corrective Action
Kenworth dealers will inspect the hood strut for the specific defective lot code and if the strut is within the lot code, the strut will be replaced. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on july 19, 2011. owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400.