Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #15V458000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V458000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl) Includes 12,551 affected units, DRLs Override Hazard Lights/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl)

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl). the drls are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the drls on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. the recall began on september 167, 2015. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15kwl.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V458000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2015-07-22T00:00:00
Subject: Drls override hazard lights/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 12,551

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 15KWL
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 kenworth t440, t470, t660, t680, and t880 trucks manufactured january 14, 2010, to may 22, 2015, and equipped with hid headlamps and the option for daytime running lamps (drl). the drls are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the drls on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the drl, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. the recall began on september 167, 2015. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15kwl.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 78.27

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NHTSA ID: 15V458000
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