Kenworth T800 1991

Model T800 made in 1991 by Kenworth got 4 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, air and steering.

Model 1991

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
03V126000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 01/21/1991 to 02/25/2003V (Vehicle)4505/05/2003MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/31/200304/02/2003571121
Defect SummaryCertain trucks equipped with meritor p 18x7 brakes with 36
Consequence SummaryThis does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Corrective SummaryDealers will add an additional tank or change one of the existing air tanks to a larger size. owner notification began on may 5, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 03kw3. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
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.
STEERING - LINKAGES
91V021000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)41203/29/1991MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED01/06/199102/21/1991
Defect SummaryPitman arm pinch bolts may have been inadequately torqued.
Consequence SummaryThis could allow pitman arm to slip on the steering gearoutput shaft resulting in loss of control and an accident.
Corrective SummaryRetorque pinch bolts and reset as necessary.
NotesSystem: pitman arm pinch bolt.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks.
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.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
TIB-E-00912/02/201010040180Ready08/16/2011
TIB-E-00912/02/201010040180Paccar: a software update is causing the check engine light to come on. *rm08/16/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
TIB-E01112/15/201010040181Ready08/16/2011
TIB-E01112/15/201010040181Paccar: engineering standards have changed and there are now engines with heat treated bolts. *rm08/16/2011

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