The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V086000·Announced 2020-02-14

Kenworth T370 Recall: Missing Relay Valve Increases Brake Activation Time

PACCAR is recalling 2020 Kenworth T370 trucks because a missing relay valve may increase brake activation time, lengthening stopping distance and increasing crash risk.

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 increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T370 long wheelbase vehicles with larger rear axle spacing. These vehicles may be missing a second R12 relay valve, which causes increased brake activation timing. As a result, the vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

The increased brake activation timing may lengthen the vehicle's stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 2020 Kenworth T370 models.

PACCAR will notify owners, and Kenworth dealers will install a second R12 relay valve free of charge. PACCAR issued an interim notification to owners on April 14, 2020, and the recall began on May 6, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KENWORTH T370
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
4

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (1)

  • T370

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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