NHTSA Campaign Id 82V034000; Date: Apr. 14, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:1977 Kenworth Kenworth; 1978 Kenworth Kenworth; 1979 Kenworth Kenworth; 1980 Kenworth Kenworth; 1981 Kenworth Kenworth; 1982 Kenworth Kenworth; 1977 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1978 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1979 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1980 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1981 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1982 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:linkages
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 40
Recall Summary:It may be possible for the lcf throttle rod bell crank to make contact with the radiator seal. This can result in reduced engine performance and/or throttle return.
How to Fix:Dealer will modify the driver side radiator seal to eliminate the possibility of interference with the throttle rod bell crank.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual transmission. System: throttle linkages and control; throttle rod bell crank/radiator. Consequences of defect: an improper throttle return could result in loss ofvehicle speed control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 25, 1982
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