Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #16V362000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V362000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting model year 2016 kenworth w900 trucks manufactured may 19, 2015, to december 21, 2015 Includes 355 affected units, Unexpected Loss of Headlights/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 kenworth w900 trucks manufactured may 19, 2015, to december 21, 2015

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2016 kenworth w900 trucks manufactured may 19, 2015, to december 21, 2015. the affected vehicles may have a temporary loss of headlights when being switched from low beam to high beam mode. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. the recall began on july 13, 2016. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. kenworth's number for this recall is 16kwa.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V362000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2016-05-26T00:00:00
Subject: Unexpected loss of headlights/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 355

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16KWA
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2016 kenworth w900 trucks manufactured may 19, 2015, to december 21, 2015. the affected vehicles may have a temporary loss of headlights when being switched from low beam to high beam mode. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: A loss of headlights while switching to high beams will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. the recall began on july 13, 2016. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. kenworth's number for this recall is 16kwa.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 72.39

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NHTSA ID: 16V362000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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