NHTSA Recall 83V021000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V021000; Date: Mar. 1, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Kenworth L700; 1983 Kenworth L700; 1982 Peterbilt 310; 1983 Peterbilt 310
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 100
Recall Summary:
The rear brakes may not release as quickly as specifications require. Certain trucks were equipped with an incorrect size air brake line installed between the rear brake relay valve and the axle tee fitting. The condition is not in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard 121, "air brake systems".
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace any incorrectly sized hoses with the correct part at no charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: service brakes; brake hose. Consequences of defect: the incorrect hose diameter may delay rear brakerelease and cause brake system imbalance. Loss of vehicle control may occur andcould lead to an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 9, 1983
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