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2005-2009 Kenworth T170, Kenworth T660 and others recall: disc

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on May 19, 2009. It covers about 140 vehicles.

vehicles affected
140
reported
May 19, 2009
owners notified
Jun 15, 2009

Service brakes, air: disc

What is wrong
Paccar is recalling 140 my 2005, 2007-2009 t800, w900, and t660 trucks. The caliper mounting fasteners attaching the air disc brake caliper assembly to the torque plate may have received insufficient torque during the installation process. The insufficient torque may allow the air disc brake caliper assembly to become loose and possibly separate from the vehicle.
Risk
This could result in reduced braking capacity and also a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect air disc brake caliper assemblies and replace the caliper mounting fasteners and torque properly. This service will be performed free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 09V166000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V166000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2009 Kenworth T170, Kenworth T660 and others disc?

Yes. Recall 09V166000, reported on May 19, 2009, covers about 140 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V166000?

Dealers will inspect air disc brake caliper assemblies and replace the caliper mounting fasteners and torque properly. This service will be performed free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may 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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