2013 Kenworth T400, Kenworth T600 and others recall: driveline

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on August 20, 2012. It covers about 535 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 535
reported: Aug 20, 2012
owners notified: Sep 7, 2012

Power train: driveline

What is wrong: Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth T400, T600, T700, T800, and W900 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2012, through August 10, 2012. Cap screws securing the main driveline to the forward rear axle and cap screws on the inter-axle driveline may not have been properly torqued.
Risk: Fasteners which are not properly torqued to specification can result in the driveline separating from the vehicle, disabling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash. The separated component could also become a road hazard.
Remedy: Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the each of the affected fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440.

Recall number 12V407000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V407000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Kenworth T400, Kenworth T600 and others driveline?

Yes. Recall 12V407000, reported on August 20, 2012, covers about 535 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V407000?

Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-torque the each of the affected fasteners, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. 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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