Kenworth Kenworth 1975

Model Kenworth made in 1975 by Kenworth got 1 investigation as well as 3 recalls. The car had one investigation (steering). There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, air and suspension.

Model 1975

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
78V076000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1975 to 06/01/1976V (Vehicle)496905/18/1978ODIPACCAR INCORPORATED04/11/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe wrong operational amplifier was installed in the controller on the involved vehicles. if a certain capacitor in the controller should fail, the brakes on the axle on which the controller is located would fail. the brake warning light which would normally indicate a malfunction, would also be inoperative.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will inspect and, if necessary, remove incorrect controller and install a new controller and wiring harness.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with eaton anti-lock systems.system: service brakes; anti-lock system.consequences of dwefect: loss of braking capability and a vehicle accidentcould result.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
75V064000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)2504/21/1975MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED04/22/197510/12/1979
Defect Summary
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary
NotesPaccar campaign no n/a.possibility that the front axle spring pad may crack.if the spring pad cracks, the front axle u bolts could become loose and couldcause axle to shift and result in an erratic steering condition.(correct byinspecting and replacing axle spring pads where necessary).
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
77V079000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)6708/12/1977MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED05/24/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles, the fifth wheel may have a cracked tube. a cracked cross tube may lead to failure of the fifth wheel.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect the tube for cracks. if necessary, the fifth wheel will be replaced, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: structure; fifth wheel assembly.consequences of defect: this condition could result in separation of thetrailer during vehicle operation, which could cause an accident.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
STEERING
PE86068PACCAR INCORPORATED07/29/198609/04/1986STEER AXLE HUB FAILURE86V119000
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