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  NHTSA Recall 91V043000

NHTSA Campaign Id 91V043000; Date: Mar. 14, 1991

The mistimed brake and abs system may cause the truck tofail the stopping distance requirement of the fmvss, which may lead to anaccident.

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1990 Kenworth K100e 1991 Kenworth K100e 1990 Kenworth T400 1991 Kenworth T400 1990 Kenworth T600 1991 Kenworth T600 1990 Kenworth T800 1991 Kenworth T800

Component: Air Brake

Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated

Affected Units:: 77

icon3 Recall Summary:

Air brake system was modified by adding a longer air line between the abs solenoid and the transfer tee to simplify manufacturing. This modification caused the trucks to be in non-compliance with fmvss 121, brake timing test.

icon2 How to Fix:

Remove the extra length of air line and install the transfer tee at the abs solenoid.

icon4 Recall Notes:

System: air brake system and anti-lock air brakes; fmvss 121. Vehicle description: trucks built with airglide 100 suspension and bosch absbrake system.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 10, 1991

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