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1991 Kenworth C500 recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1991 Kenworth C500, covering 15,457 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Service brakes, airReported March 31, 2003 · 45 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain trucks equipped with meritor p 18x7 brakes with 36" brake chambers fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 121, "air brake systems." these trucks were manufactured with a combined air reservoir volume less than 12 times the combined volume of all service brake chambers.
Risk
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy
Dealers will add an additional tank or change one of the existing air tanks to a larger size. Owner notification began on may 5, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 03V126000 · Recall details

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesReported June 10, 1991 · 15,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Sprague wiper assembly pivot can seize due to galvanic corrosion between the zinc-plated steel shaft and the bronze bushings.
Risk
This corrosion can cause wiper arm/blade assembly to stopwiping windshield, this could affect driver visibility and result in anaccident.
Remedy
Replace sprague wiper assembly pivot with an assembly not susceptible to galvanic corrosion.

Recall number 91V090000 · Recall details

Steering: linkagesReported January 6, 1991 · 412 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pitman arm pinch bolts may have been inadequately torqued.
Risk
This could allow pitman arm to slip on the steering gearoutput shaft resulting in loss of control and an accident.
Remedy
Retorque pinch bolts and reset as necessary.

Recall number 91V021000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1991 Kenworth C500 recalls

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1991 Kenworth C500 have?

3, covering service brakes, air, visibility and steering.

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