NHTSA Campaign Id 15V310000; Date: May. 26, 2015
If the weld fails causing a loss of power to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2014 Kenworth T660; 2015 Kenworth T660; 2014 Kenworth T680; 2015 Kenworth T680; 2014 Kenworth T800; 2015 Kenworth T800; 2013 Peterbilt 587
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 30
Recall Summary:Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2014 and 2015 kenworth t660, t680, and t800 trucks manufactured January 29, 2013, to April 2, 2014, and 2013 peterbilt 587 trucks manufactured on August 8, 2012. The affected trucks are built with a driveshaft that may not transmit power to the wheels due to weld failure from corrosion.
How to Fix:Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective driveshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 15, 2015. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000, or peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's number for this recall is 15kwj and 515-h.
Recall Notes:Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 15, 2015
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