1999-2000 Kenworth T2000 recall: quick release valve
Paccar, Incorporated reported this safety recall on February 1, 2000. It covers about 2,268 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 2,268
- reported
- Feb 1, 2000
- owners notified
- Feb 29, 2000
- related complaints
- 1
Service brakes, air: supply: quick release valve
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with brake valves manufactured by honeywell bendix. The orientation and location of the brake valve is such that water can get into the valve through a vent in the valve. The water will contaminate the air system and could freeze the brake valve.
- Risk
- If frozen, the operator will not be able to modulate the brake forces with the brake pedal.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the air brake system and modifications will be made to the brake valve.
Recall number 00V026000
Affected vehicles
- Kenworth T2000 1999-2000 19992000
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 00V026000
Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Kenworth T2000 quick release valve?
Yes. Recall 00V026000, reported on February 1, 2000, covers about 2,268 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 00V026000?
Dealers will inspect the air brake system and modifications will be made to the brake valve.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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