Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #23V661000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V661000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting 2021-2024 kenworth t280, t380, 2020-2024 peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 kenworth t480 trucks Includes 254 affected units, Delayed Trailer Brake Release/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2021-2024 kenworth t280, t380, 2020-2024 peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 kenworth t480 trucks

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 kenworth t280, t380, 2020-2024 peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 kenworth t480 trucks. the timing of the trailer brake release may be delayed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the fittings and hoses in the affected valves, free of charge. owner letters were mailed january 15, 2024. owners may contact kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's numbers for this recall are 23kwj and 23pbj.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V661000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2023-09-29T00:00:00
Subject: Delayed trailer brake release/fmvss 121
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 254

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 23KWJ, 23PBJ
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 kenworth t280, t380, 2020-2024 peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 kenworth t480 trucks. the timing of the trailer brake release may be delayed. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence Summary: A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the fittings and hoses in the affected valves, free of charge. owner letters were mailed january 15, 2024. owners may contact kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's numbers for this recall are 23kwj and 23pbj.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 49.21

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 23V661000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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