Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Wiper Motor Water Leak and Fire Risk

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, C500, C540, C550, T660, T800, W900, and 963 trucks manufactured between November 1, 2010, and April 6, 2015. The recall involves approximately 104,807 vehicles.

In the affected trucks, water may leak into the wiper motor. As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, which reduces the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

PACCAR is still developing and testing a remedy for this issue. The recall was expected to begin in July 2015, with an interim letter sent to owners on July 2, 2015. The recall officially began on September 2, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product

KENWORTH 963, T470, T440, T370

Brand

KENWORTH

Manufacturer

PACCAR Incorporated

Category

Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Trucks

Hazard

• fire
• electrical-short
• reduced-visibility

Affected units

104,807

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