2007-2009 Kenworth T800, Kenworth W900 and others recall: trailer hitches

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on March 10, 2008. It covers about 318 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 318
reported: Mar 10, 2008
owners notified: Apr 18, 2008

Trailer hitches

What is wrong: Paccar is recalling 318 my 2007-2009 kenworth t800, w900, and peterbilt 357, 365, 367, 378, 379, 384, 385, 386,388, and 389 trucks equipped with premier trailer hitch assemblies. The pintle hitch assemblies may have been manufactured in a manner resulting in a reduction of fatigue strength of the pivot pins.
Risk: This reduction of fatigue strength could cause the pivot pin to crack and eventually break, causing the trailer to detach from the truck while in motion, which could cause a crash that could result in personal injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the potentially defective pivot pin free of charge. The recall began on april 18, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440 or peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4196.

Recall number 08V104000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V104000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Kenworth T800, Kenworth W900 and others trailer hitches?

Yes. Recall 08V104000, reported on March 10, 2008, covers about 318 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V104000?

Dealers will replace the potentially defective pivot pin free of charge. The recall began on april 18, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440 or peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4196.

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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