Recall 12V407000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T400 |
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T600 |
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T700 |
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T800 |
| 2013 | KENWORTH | W900 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.