Recall 11V-380: 2011–2012 Kenworth T660, 2011–2012 Kenworth T700 and 8 more
PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jul 21, 2011, covering about 211 vehicles.
The problem
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t660, t700, and t800 vehicles manufactured from april 19, 2010, through may 13, 2011, and model year 2008, 2010, and 2011 peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 587 vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2010, through june 11, 2011, and equipped with paccar mx engines and eaton ultrashift dm or allison automatic transmissions (Without auto-neutral). The fast idle control may be activated by the operator while the transmission is in gear.
The risk
If the fast idle control function is engaged with the transmission in gear, the vehicle could unexpectedly accelerate and override the parking brake and , creating a risk of a crash and damage to other vehicles or property and the potential for injury to nearby pedestrians.
The fix
Kenworth and peterbilt dealers will update the engine software for the affected chassis. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 22, 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth and peterbilt safety recall no. E038r.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
| Manufacturer | PACCAR INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Software |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V380000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T660 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Kenworth T700 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Peterbilt 587 | 2008, 2010, 2011 | 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 11V-380?
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t660, t700, and t800 vehicles manufactured from april 19, 2010, through may 13, 2011, and model year 2008, 2010, and 2011 peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 587 vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2010, through june 11, 2011, and equipped with paccar mx engines and eaton ultrashift dm or allison automatic transmissions (Without auto-neutral). The fast idle control may be activated by the operator while the transmission is in gear.
How is recall 11V-380 fixed?
Kenworth and peterbilt dealers will update the engine software for the affected chassis. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on august 22, 2011. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
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.