Kenworth T400 1990

Model T400 made in 1990 by Kenworth got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, air, suspension and visibility.

Model 1990

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
91V043000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/01/1989 to 01/01/1991V (Vehicle)7707/10/1991MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/14/199103/21/1991571121
Defect SummaryAir brake system was modified by adding a longer air line between the abs solenoid and the transfer tee to simplify manufacturing. this modification caused the trucks to be in non-compliance with fmvss 121, brake timing test.
Consequence SummaryThe mistimed brake and abs system may cause the truck tofail the stopping distance requirement of the fmvss, which may lead to anaccident.
Corrective SummaryRemove the extra length of air line and install the transfer tee at the abs solenoid.
NotesSystem: air brake system and anti-lock air brakes; fmvss 121.vehicle description: trucks built with airglide 100 suspension and bosch absbrake system.
SUSPENSION - REAR
91V044000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/01/1989 to 10/01/1989V (Vehicle)562306/03/1991MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/14/199103/21/1991
Defect SummaryRear axle stabilizer (sway) bar may not have been properly heat treated.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace the stabilizer bar.
NotesSystem: rear axle stabilizer (sway) bar.vehicle description: trucks with airglide 100 rear axle suspension.consequnce of defect: stabilizer bars with insufficient hardness may fail,causing loss of vehicle control that could result in an accident.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - LINKAGES
91V090000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/01/1988 to 08/01/1990V (Vehicle)1500009/30/1991MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED06/10/199106/20/1991
Defect SummarySprague wiper assembly pivot can seize due to galvanic corrosion between the zinc-plated steel shaft and the bronze bushings.
Consequence SummaryThis corrosion can cause wiper arm/blade assembly to stopwiping windshield, this could affect driver visibility and result in anaccident.
Corrective SummaryReplace sprague wiper assembly pivot with an assembly not susceptible to galvanic corrosion.
NotesSystem: wiper assembly pivot.veehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with sprague wiper assembly pivot.