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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V530000·Announced 2012-10-12

Kenworth Recalls 2012-2013 T270 and T370 Trucks for Brake Line Defect

Kenworth is recalling 2012-2013 T270 and T370 trucks because air brake lines may be pinched, causing leaks and reduced braking.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that may result in a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Kenworth T270 and T370 medium-duty trucks. The recall affects vehicles built with Eaton Ultrashift transmissions between December 7, 2011, and April 6, 2012.

The defect involves the air harness from the treadle valve, which is routed in a manner that can cause air brake lines to be pinched between the cab and the electronic clutch actuator. Significant movement between the cab and transmission can cause progressive wear and an eventual leak in the air lines. Air lines that leak can cause reduced brake function, which may result in a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KENWORTH T270, T370
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Medium-Duty Truck
Hazard
Affected units
15

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • T270
  • T370

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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