1994-2001 Kenworth T800 and Kenworth W900 recall: labels

Paccar, Incorporated reported this safety recall on April 24, 2001. It covers about 14 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 14
reported: Apr 24, 2001
owners notified: Jun 22, 2001

Equipment: other: labels

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor fg941 steer axles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) was determined incorrectly and over-stated on the vehicle certification label. With the incorrect gawr listed, these labels do not meet the certification requirements of part 567, "requirements for manufacturers of motor vehicles." vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating.
Risk: These vehicles would not be in compliance with federal regulations.
Remedy: Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. Owner notification began june 22, 2001. 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 1‑425‑828‑5000.

Recall number 01V142000

Affected vehicles

Kenworth T800 1994-2001 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001
Kenworth W900 1994-2001 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 01V142000

Is there a recall on the 1994-2001 Kenworth T800 and Kenworth W900 labels?

Yes. Recall 01V142000, reported on April 24, 2001, covers about 14 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V142000?

Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. Owner notification began june 22, 2001. 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 1‑425‑828‑5000.

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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