NHTSA Recall 85V102000

NHTSA Campaign Id 85V102000; Date: Aug. 8, 1985

Recalled Vehicles:

1982 Kenworth LCF;  1983 Kenworth LCF;  1984 Kenworth LCF;  1985 Kenworth LCF;  1982 Peterbilt 310;  1983 Peterbilt 310;  1984 Peterbilt 310;  1985 Peterbilt 310

Component: Vehicle Speed Control

Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated

Affected Units:: 850

Recall Summary:

Possibility that a new throttle rod end was incorporated in the throttle mechanism during manufacturing. This throttle end uses a nylon bearing material. This bearing may deteriorate under certain conditions restricting throttle rod movement. Consequence of defect: the restricting of throttle rod movement causes a loss of throttle control which may result in an accident.

How to Fix:

Inspection and replacement of all alinabal parts will be made by the manufacturer.

Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: heavy trucks, low cab forward, manufactured by kenworthmexicana. System: throttle rod.

Also see:

All recalls of Kenworth vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.