Recall 12V530000: 2012–2013 Kenworth T270 and 1 other model

Report received

Oct 12, 2012

Manufacturer

PACCAR Incorporated

Potentially affected

15vehicles

Model years

2012–2013

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 T270 and T370 medium duty trucks built with Eaton Ultrashift transmissions between December 7, 2011, and April 6, 2012. The air harness from the treadle valve on the affected vehicles was routed in a manner that can cause the air brake lines to be pinched between the cab and the electronic clutch actuator of the Eaton Ultrashift transmission. Significant movement between the cab and transmission can cause progressive wear and an eventual leak in the air lines.

Possible consequence

Air lines which leak can cause reduced brake function, which may result in a crash.

Remedy

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2012 Kenworth T2700 complaints
• 2013 Kenworth T2700 complaints
• 2012 Kenworth T3700 complaints
• 2013 Kenworth T3701 complaints