Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #12V214000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V214000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 7 affected units, TRAILER BRAKE TIMING/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680, and peterbilt 579 vehicles, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles exceed the brake timing test requirements of fmvss 121 for trailer circuits when 15 foot coiled trailer lines are used.

Corrective Action

Paccar will notify owners and install a relay valve on the affected vehicles. all the vehicles have been repaired. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V214000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2012-05-16T00:00:00
Subject: Trailer brake timing/fmvss 121
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 12KWB/0512-A
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680, and peterbilt 579 vehicles, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles exceed the brake timing test requirements of fmvss 121 for trailer circuits when 15 foot coiled trailer lines are used.
Consequence Summary: The longer brake apply time may result in extended stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Paccar will notify owners and install a relay valve on the affected vehicles. all the vehicles have been repaired. 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: 12V214000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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