Kenworth T800 1995
Model T800 made in 1995 by Kenworth got 2 consumer complains there are 5 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, steering. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningequipment, seats and service brakes, air.
Model 1995
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V142000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 10/01/1994 to 01/31/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 14 | 06/22/2001 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 04/24/2001 | 04/26/2001 | 567 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor fg941 steer axles. the gross axle weight rating (gawr) was determined incorrectly and over-stated on the vehicle certification label. with the incorrect gawr listed, these labels do not meet the certification requirements of part 567, requirements for manufacturers of motor vehicles. vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | These vehicles would not be in compliance with federal regulations. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. owner notification began june 22, 2001. 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 1-425-828-5000. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V098000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 03/01/1994 to 10/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 3649 | 06/10/1995 | ODI | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 05/16/1995 | 05/19/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | An interference condition between the back cushion and the recliner handle can cause an incomplete latching of the recliner mechanism. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can cause the seat back to ratchet rearward. rearward movement of the seat back increases to where the seatback has moved to a fully reclined horizontal position. complete loss of back support could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the seat and, if necessary, install a new recliner latch spring and handle. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seats.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with bostrum air cushion ii reclining seats.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact kenworth at 1-206-828-5418. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V126000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 01/21/1991 to 02/25/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 45 | 05/05/2003 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/31/2003 | 04/02/2003 | 571 | 121 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain trucks equipped with meritor p 18x7 brakes with 36 | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This does not meet the requirements of the standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth recall no. 03kw3. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V139000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 08/14/1995 to 08/11/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 13200 | 09/08/1997 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 08/20/1997 | 08/29/1997 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with kenworth airglide 200 rear suspension. due to materials used in the sway bar arms and studs as well as the stud plating material, stress corrosion cracking and bending fatigue can occur in the rear suspension sway bar arms and studs causing the stud to fail prematurely. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the arm assembly manufactured from a different material. new studs will be installed with different threads and different finish. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification is expected to begin september 8, 1997. 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 1-206-828-5418. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V245000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 04/01/1995 to 12/31/1997 | V (Vehicle) | 18 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 07/09/2003 | 07/17/2003 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain vehicles equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ecm does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. this could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ecm. owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| TIB-E-009 | 12/02/2010 | 10040180 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-E-009 | 12/02/2010 | 10040180 | Paccar: a software update is causing the check engine light to come on. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-44-17 | 10/23/2008 | 10027646 | Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe | 01/27/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| TIB-E-055 | 07/09/2012 | 10045240 | Kenworth: oil collection at cac intake pipe is caused by an imbalance in turbocharger pressures. models t660, t800, t700, and w900. *pe | 08/22/2012 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| TIB-E011 | 12/15/2010 | 10040181 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-E011 | 12/15/2010 | 10040181 | Paccar: engineering standards have changed and there are now engines with heat treated bolts. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| TIB-44-17 | 10/23/2008 | 10027646 | Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe | 01/27/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||
| 01/24/2002 | 1 | 02/01/2095 | |
| The steering coupling separated due to inadequate tightening of the tetaining nut and bolt, a faulty slip joint and perhaps faulty metal characteristics of the coupling, both male and female parts. kenworth will not respond to our letters. there is a recall in 1997 for this same year, make and model of truck for a rear suspension because of materials used in the sway bar and arms. the steering rod came loose from the firewall. dt | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | |||
| 01/24/2002 | 1 | ||
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||