Recall
Kenworth T600 — 12V407000
NHTSA ID
12V407000
Make
Kenworth
Model
T600
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2012-08-20
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Units Affected
535
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
12KWF
Summary
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth T400, T600, T700, T800, and W900 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2012, through August 10, 2012. Cap screws securing the main driveline to the forward rear axle and cap screws on the inter-axle driveline may not have been properly torqued.
Consequence
Fasteners which are not properly torqued to specification can result in the driveline separating from the vehicle, disabling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. The separated component could also become a road hazard.
Remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the each of the affected fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.