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2004 Kenworth T2000 recall: latch

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on December 23, 2004. It covers about 55 vehicles.

vehicles affected
55
reported
Dec 23, 2004
owners notified
Jan 23, 2005

Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch

What is wrong
On certain trucks, a locking tab in the hood lock cylinder was improperly located preventing the cylinder lock from engaging. The hood lock cylinder is designed to support the hood once it is raised for access to the engine compartment.
Risk
If the lock does not engage this could result in the hood closing without warning, increasing the risk of injury to someone working under the hood.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hood lock cylinder and remove and replace any defective hood lock cylinders. The recall began january 23, 2005. Owners should contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 04V606000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V606000

Is there a recall on the 2004 Kenworth T2000 latch?

Yes. Recall 04V606000, reported on December 23, 2004, covers about 55 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V606000?

Dealers will inspect the hood lock cylinder and remove and replace any defective hood lock cylinders. The recall began january 23, 2005. Owners should contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

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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