2013 Kenworth T680 | 2013 Peterbilt 567 | 2013 Peterbilt 579 — Electrical system: software
Published January 29, 2013 · Recall initiated: January 25, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V027000, published January 29, 2013 and initiated January 25, 2013. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2013 Kenworth T680 | 2013 Peterbilt 567 | 2013 Peterbilt 579 — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013 Kenworth T680 vehicles, manufactured from November 29, 2012, through December 6, 2012; and model year 2013 Peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from August 28, 2012, through December 31, 2012. These vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. New software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the "off" position.
What to do
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software. The recall will begin during February 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
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Recall details
- Brand
- KENWORTH
- Model
- T680
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2013 KENWORTH T680 | 2013 PETERBILT 567 | 2013 PETERBILT 579
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Kenworth T680 | 2013 Peterbilt 567 | 2013 Peterbilt 579 — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V027000 on January 29, 2013. Reported hazard: PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013 Kenworth T680 vehicles, manufactured from November 29, 2012, through December 6, 2012; and model year 2013 Peterbilt 579 and 567 vehicles, manufactured from August 28, 2012, through December 31, 2012. These vehicles were equipped with the air suspension dump valve option. New software may cause the rear air suspension to re-inflate without warning when the operator turns the ignition key to the "off" position.
What should I do if I have this product?
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software. The recall will begin during February 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KENWORTH. Model: T680.