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1996 Kenworth T400 recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Kenworth T400, covering 13,817 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Suspension: rearReported August 20, 1997 · 13,200 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with kenworth airglide 200 rear suspension. Due to materials used in the sway bar arms and studs as well as the stud plating material, stress corrosion cracking and bending fatigue can occur in the rear suspension sway bar arms and studs causing the stud to fail prematurely.
Risk
This could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the arm assembly manufactured from a different material. New studs will be installed with different threads and different finish.

Recall number 97V139000 · Recall details

Exterior lighting: turn signal: switchReported April 3, 1996 · 617 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The wires that correspond to the vehicle's rear turn signals were reversed when installed in the electrical connector.
Risk
This condition will cause the rear turn signals to flash opposite from the direction intended by the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the turn signal switch and, if necessary, replace the turn signal switch.

Recall number 96V056000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 1996 Kenworth T400 have?

2, covering suspension and exterior lighting.

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