Recall 15V272000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Report Date
20150511
Component
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured February 1, 2015, to April 20, 2015. During assembly, the affected vehicles did not undergo the rear wheel mounting torque verification process, and thus the rear wheels may be loose.

Safety Consequence

If the rear wheel lug nuts are undertorqued, the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the rear wheel lug nuts are correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15KWG.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 KENWORTH T660
2016 KENWORTH T680
2016 KENWORTH T800
2016 KENWORTH T880
2016 KENWORTH W900

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.