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2016 Kenworth W900 recall: headlights

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on May 26, 2016. It covers about 355 vehicles.

vehicles affected
355
reported
May 26, 2016
owners notified
Jul 13, 2016

Exterior lighting: headlights

What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth W900 trucks manufactured May 19, 2015, to December 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a temporary loss of headlights when being switched from low beam to high beam mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A loss of headlights while switching to high beams will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 16KWA.

Recall number 16V362000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V362000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Kenworth W900 headlights?

Yes. Recall 16V362000, reported on May 26, 2016, covers about 355 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V362000?

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 16KWA.

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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