NHTSA Recall 10V212000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V212000; Date: May. 18, 2010
The contact can damage the brake chamber leading to a loss of braking function at the affected wheel end, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Kenworth C500; 2010 Kenworth C500; 2011 Kenworth C500
Component: Service Brakes, Air:drum:chamber
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 10
Recall Summary:
Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 c500 trucks manufactured from October 24, 2008 through January 13, 2010. During maneuvers with certain combinations of wheel turn, articulation, and bump, the brake chamber can contact the rear hood support.
How to Fix:
Kenworth will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 8, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Kenworth's recall number is 10kwc. 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: Jun 8, 2010
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