2018 Kenworth T270 recall: hub
Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on May 11, 2018. It covers about 14 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 14
- reported
- May 11, 2018
- owners notified
- Apr 26, 2018
Wheels: hub
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018 Kenworth T270 trucks. The outer spindle nut of the front wheel hub assembly may have been incorrectly installed possibly causing bearing failure.
- Risk
- Front wheel bearing failure can lead to front wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers have inspected the hub assembly and corrected the installations, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWB.
Recall number 18V308000
Affected vehicles
- Kenworth T270 2018 2018
Questions about recall 18V308000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Kenworth T270 hub?
Yes. Recall 18V308000, reported on May 11, 2018, covers about 14 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V308000?
PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers have inspected the hub assembly and corrected the installations, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWB.
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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