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2007-2008 Kenworth T2000, Kenworth T600 and others recall: axle assembly

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on December 13, 2010. It covers about 12,873 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12,873
reported
Dec 13, 2010
owners notified
Mar 4, 2011
related complaints
3

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 kenworth and peterbilt vehicles manufactured from february 2, 2006 through april 30, 2007. The bearing surfaces of the extended lube universal joint that attaches the inter-axle driveline to the drive axle may become prematurely worn due to breakdown of lubrication and/or excessive heat. Prematurely worn bearing surfaces may result in the u-joint becoming loose and/or binding. This condition may result in universal joint failure, allowing the inter-axle driveline to detach from the axle.
Risk
Detachment of the driveline from the axle may cause the vehicle to lose power and become disabled in the roadway. Also, the driveline could drop from the vehicle into the roadway increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Paccar is working with its supplier to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 425‑828‑5440 and peterbilt at 940‑591‑4196.

Recall number 10V634000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.

Questions about recall 10V634000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Kenworth T2000, Kenworth T600 and others axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 10V634000, reported on December 13, 2010, covers about 12,873 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V634000?

Paccar is working with its supplier to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 425‑828‑5440 and peterbilt at 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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