NHTSA Recall 10V150000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V150000; Date: Apr. 15, 2010
An over-torque of the spindle nut may cause the bearing to seize, possibly resulting in the overheating of the wheel end. As a result, a wheel end fire may occur.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Kenworth T270; 2010 Kenworth T370
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 23
Recall Summary:
Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2010 t270 and t370 trucks equipped with non-lms hubs. The spindle nut attaching the hub and bearing to the axle spindle (steer or drive) may have been over-torqued during the hub installation process.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the bearings free of charge. The spindle and hub will be inspected for scoring and replaced if necessary. The safety recall began on April 23, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Paccar recall no. 10kwa. 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: Apr 23, 2010
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