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2020 Kenworth T370 recall: differential proportional valve

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on February 14, 2020. It covers about 4 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4
reported
Feb 14, 2020
owners notified
May 6, 2020

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: differential proportional valve

What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T370 long wheelbase vehicles with larger rear axle spacing. The vehicles may be missing a second R12 relay valve, causing increased brake activation timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk
Increased brake activation timing may lengthen vehicle stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and Kenworth dealers will install a second R12 relay valve, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on April 14, 2020. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20KWA.

Recall number 20V086000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 20V086000

Is there a recall on the 2020 Kenworth T370 differential proportional valve?

Yes. Recall 20V086000, reported on February 14, 2020, covers about 4 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V086000?

PACCAR will notify owners, and Kenworth dealers will install a second R12 relay valve, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on April 14, 2020. The recall began May 6, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20KWA.

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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