Recall 10V-654: 2011 Kenworth T660, 2011 Kenworth T700

PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Dec 22, 2010, covering about 1,510 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-654
Report date
Dec 22, 2010
Vehicles affected
1,510
Owners notified
Feb 28, 2011

The problem

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2011 t660 and t700 tractor trailers manufactured between august 9, 2010, and november 4, 2010. The safety latch feature that keeps the hood of the vehicle from closing after a user opens the hood may fail to operate.

The risk

Failure of the safety latch feature may cause the hood to unexpectedly close while open, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or vehicle damage.

The fix

Dealers will replace the dual magnets with a single magnet on the safety latch. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 28, 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Notes

Kenworth safety recall no. 10kwk.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerPACCAR INCORPORATED
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V654000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth T6602011All years
Kenworth T7002011All 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 10V-654?

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2011 t660 and t700 tractor trailers manufactured between august 9, 2010, and november 4, 2010. The safety latch feature that keeps the hood of the vehicle from closing after a user opens the hood may fail to operate.

How is recall 10V-654 fixed?

Dealers will replace the dual magnets with a single magnet on the safety latch. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 28, 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

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.