NHTSA Recall 11V388000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V388000; Date: Aug. 1, 2011
A partially coupled fifth wheel may result in a trailer unexpectedly separating from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Kenworth T700
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 10
Recall Summary:
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011 kenworth t700 vehicles equipped with fontaine ultra lt model fifth wheel manufactured from October 5, 2010, through October 13, 2010. During the trailer coupling process, it is possible for a driver to partially close the fontaine ultra lt model fifth wheel around the trailer kingpin without the fifth wheel being fully engaged and locked.
How to Fix:
Repairs have been completed to all affected chassis by the equipment supplier, fontaine. Accordingly, an owner notification campaign is unnecessary and is not planned. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Kenworth safety recall no. 11kwe. 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: Jul 28, 2011
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