2006 Kenworth C500, Kenworth T800 and others recall: driveline

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on October 13, 2006. It covers about 572 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 572
reported: Oct 13, 2006
owners notified: Oct 9, 2006

Power train: driveline

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with chalmers rear suspensions, the adjustable torque rod end castings may be brittle. A brittle rod end casting may fracture without warning, causing the vehicles' rear axles to become misaligned.
Risk: This misalignment can cause the vehicle to lose directional stability at speeds that may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 9, 2006. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4196 or kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 06V391000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V391000

Is there a recall on the 2006 Kenworth C500, Kenworth T800 and others driveline?

Yes. Recall 06V391000, reported on October 13, 2006, covers about 572 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V391000?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 9, 2006. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4196 or 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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