Recall 13V322000: 2010–2012 Kenworth T4 Series, 2010–2012 Kenworth W9 Series
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 23, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 802
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
PACCAR Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Kenworth T4 and W9 series vehicles manufactured November 13, 2009, through August 26, 2011. The alternator wiring may come in contact with the exhaust manifold.
The risk
If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.
The fix
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will re-route the alternator wiring, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's recall number is 13KWJ.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Kenworth T4 Series
- 2011 Kenworth T4 Series
- 2012 Kenworth T4 Series
- 2010 Kenworth W9 Series
- 2011 Kenworth W9 Series
- 2012 Kenworth W9 Series
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V322000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13KWJ
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Owner letters
- Aug 9, 2013
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring (Electrical System)
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