Recall 16V-803: 2017 Kenworth K370, 2017 Kenworth T270 and 11 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for tires, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 2016, covering about 202 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kenworth K370, T270, T370, T440, T660, T800 trucks manufactured February 2, 2016, to October 13, 2016, and Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 367, 389, 567, and 579 trucks manufactured March 7, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Goodyear LHS Load Range G tires, size 295/75R22.5 G399A, that due to incomplete adhesion, have a tire tread that may partially separate.
The risk
A partial tread separation may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Goodyear will notify the owners of the affected Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles and Goodyear dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2016. To find a Goodyear dealer, owners should contact Goodyear Consumer Relations at 1-800-592-3267. Consumers may also contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 1016G (PB) (Peterbilt), and 16KWC (Kenworth).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Component | Tires |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 16V803000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth K370 | 2017 | All years |
| Kenworth T270 | 2017 | All years |
| Kenworth T370 | 2017 | All years |
| Kenworth T440 | 2017 | All years |
| Kenworth T660 | 2017 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 330 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2017 | All years |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2017 | 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 16V-803?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Kenworth K370, T270, T370, T440, T660, T800 trucks manufactured February 2, 2016, to October 13, 2016, and Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 367, 389, 567, and 579 trucks manufactured March 7, 2016, to October 5, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Goodyear LHS Load Range G tires, size 295/75R22.5 G399A, that due to incomplete adhesion, have a tire tread that may partially separate.
How is recall 16V-803 fixed?
Goodyear will notify the owners of the affected Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles and Goodyear dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2016. To find a Goodyear dealer, owners should contact Goodyear Consumer Relations at 1-800-592-3267. Consumers may also contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 1016G (PB) (Peterbilt), and 16KWC (Kenworth).
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.