NHTSA Recall 95V098000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V098000; Date: May. 16, 1995
This condition can cause the seat back to "ratchet" rearward. Rearward movement of the seat back increases to where the seatback has moved to a fully reclined horizontal position. Complete loss of back support could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Kenworth Aerocab; 1995 Kenworth Aerocab; 1994 Kenworth T600b; 1995 Kenworth T600b; 1994 Kenworth T800; 1995 Kenworth T800
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 3,649
Recall Summary:
An interference condition between the back cushion and the recliner handle can cause an incomplete latching of the recliner mechanism.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the seat and, if necessary, install a new recliner latch spring and handle.
Recall Notes:
System: interior; seats. Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with bostrum air cushion ii reclining seats. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact kenworth at 1-206-828-5418. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 10, 1995
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