Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #12V026000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V026000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 15,932 affected units, SERVICE BRAKES/ANTILOCK TRACTION RELAY VALVE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 kenworth t170, t270, t370, t440, t470, t660, t700, t800, w900, and peterbilt 320, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, and 587 vehicles, manufactured from january 31, 2011, through january 19, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

Corrective Action

Paccar will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. this service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V026000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2012-01-30T00:00:00

Subject: Service brakes/antilock traction relay valve

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 15,932

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 12KWA/0112-A

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Paccar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 kenworth t170, t270, t370, t440, t470, t660, t700, t800, w900, and peterbilt 320, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, and 587 vehicles, manufactured from january 31, 2011, through january 19, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

Consequence Summary: Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

Corrective Action: Paccar will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. this service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V026000

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