NHTSA Recall 09V490000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V490000; Date: Dec. 23, 2009
The insufficient clamp load may allow the fastener(s) to become loose and fall away from the vehicle resulting in road debris. If multiple fasteners were to become loose, the vehicle steering may wander, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Kenworth T2000; 2010 Kenworth T660; 2010 Kenworth T800; 2010 Kenworth W900s
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 3,078
Recall Summary:
Kenworth is recalling model year 2010 t2000, t800, t660 and w900s trucks manufactured between July 1 and October 23, 2009. The fasteners attaching the steering gear to the front drive bracket may have received insufficient torque during the installation process resulting in less than required clamp load.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and re-torque the steering gear mounting bolts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during January 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 09kwb. Owners 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: Jan 28, 2010
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