Recall 07V-073: 2007–2008 Kenworth T300, 2007–2008 Kenworth T600 and 1 more
PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Mar 2, 2007, covering about 1,377 vehicles.
The problem
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the trailer light line may have been routed using too tight of a bend radius. This routing method could cause the wires within the harness plug to be pulled away from the chassis plug resulting in an intermittent or complete electrical power loss to the trailer.
The risk
Should power be lost, the electrical circuits would not provide power to the antilock system on the towed vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reroute the light line to eliminate the excessive bend radius and replace any plug or harness that has been damaged free of charge. The recall began on april 16, 2007. Owner may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Paccar recall no. 07kw1.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V073000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T300 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Kenworth T600 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2007, 2008 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 07V-073?
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the trailer light line may have been routed using too tight of a bend radius. This routing method could cause the wires within the harness plug to be pulled away from the chassis plug resulting in an intermittent or complete electrical power loss to the trailer.
How is recall 07V-073 fixed?
Dealers will reroute the light line to eliminate the excessive bend radius and replace any plug or harness that has been damaged free of charge. The recall began on april 16, 2007. Owner may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.