Kenworth recall: Suspension
What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T680, T800, T880, W900 and W990 trucks. The rear axles may not contain oil.
What could happen
Without lubricating oil, the bearings, hub and axle shafts may wear, resulting in the separation of a wheel end from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Paccar will notify owners, and Kenworth dealers will inspect all of the rear axles for the presence of oil. If no oil is present, the wheels ends will be removed and the bearings, hub and axle shaft will be inspected for damage. If excessive wear or heat damage is evident, the components will be replaced, as necessary. Oil will then be added per the axle specifications. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2019. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's number for this recall is 19KWA.
Vehicles covered
- Kenworth T680 2020
- Kenworth T800 2020
- Kenworth T880 2020
- Kenworth W900 2020
- Kenworth W990 2020
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 19V176000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Paccar Incorporated
- Reported to NHTSA
- Mar 5, 2019
- Owners notified
- Apr 16, 2019
- Vehicles or items affected
- 93
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Feb 4, 2019 to Feb 7, 2019
- Part
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
- Maker's own recall number
- 19KWA
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.
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To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.