NHTSA Recall 06V461000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V461000; Date: Nov. 30, 2006
With the lines reversed, the king pin can be released without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Kenworth T600; 2006 Kenworth T800; 2006 Kenworth W900
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 86
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, an ra529 king pin release air valve was manufactured with the internal spool installed backwards. This results in the air option of the king pin release system being inoperable. To correct this situation, the vehicle's air lines were reversed rather than replacing the valve.
How to Fix:
Kenworth will inspect the king pin release system and suspect valve. If any vehicles have a nonconforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. The recall began on November 29, 2006. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 06kw3. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 29, 2006
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