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Recall campaign90V082000

Recall 90V082000: 1988–1989 Kenworth Kenworth

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Report received
May 1, 1990
Manufacturer
Paccar, incorporated
Potentially affected
2,325vehicles
Model years
1988–1989

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

An incorrect pinch bolt was used in the steering gear pitman arm that does not allow proper clamping force on the arm spline.

Possible consequence

Pitman arm splines could wear and affect steering which could result in a vehicle accident.

Remedy

Install the correct pinch bolt.

Affected model years

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

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.