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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V530000

2013 Kenworth T270 | 2012 Kenworth T370 | 2012 Kenworth T270 | 2013 Kenworth T370 — Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published November 8, 2012 · Recall initiated: October 12, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V530000, published November 8, 2012 and initiated October 12, 2012. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2013 Kenworth T270 | 2012 Kenworth T370 | 2012 Kenworth T270 | 2013 Kenworth T370 — Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 T270 and T370 medium duty trucks built with Eaton Ultrashift transmissions between December 7, 2011, and April 6, 2012. The air harness from the treadle valve on the affected vehicles was routed in a manner that can cause the air brake lines to be pinched between the cab and the electronic clutch actuator of the Eaton Ultrashift transmission. Significant movement between the cab and transmission can cause progressive wear and an eventual leak in the air lines.

What to do

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.

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Recall details

Brand
KENWORTH
Model
T270
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Lot
2013 KENWORTH T270 | 2012 KENWORTH T370 | 2012 KENWORTH T270 | 2013 KENWORTH T370
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Kenworth T270 | 2012 Kenworth T370 | 2012 Kenworth T270 | 2013 Kenworth T370 — Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V530000 on November 8, 2012. Reported hazard: Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 T270 and T370 medium duty trucks built with Eaton Ultrashift transmissions between December 7, 2011, and April 6, 2012. The air harness from the treadle valve on the affected vehicles was routed in a manner that can cause the air brake lines to be pinched between the cab and the electronic clutch actuator of the Eaton Ultrashift transmission. Significant movement between the cab and transmission can cause progressive wear and an eventual leak in the air lines.

What should I do if I have this product?

Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KENWORTH. Model: T270.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)