Recall 12V332000: 2013 Kenworth T680
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 16, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 21
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. The upper bunk restraint belt and buckle assembly may be less than the specified strength.
The risk
In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
The fix
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on august 20, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth's recall number is 12kwd. Owners 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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V332000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 12KWD/12KWE
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR INCORPORATED
- Owner letters
- Aug 20, 2012
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology