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Paccar - Kenworth quick release air valve fmvss 121
Official notice
10 May 2011
Last checked
10 May 2011
An official NHTSA notice concerns Paccar - Kenworth quick release air valve fmvss 121. The service brake of a towed vehicle or trailer may have a delayed release, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2011-05-10.
What to do now
Kenworth dealers will install the quick release air valve in the full truck service brake air line with gladhand connection. All of the vehicles have been repaired, therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. The recall began on june 23, 2011. Owners may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400.
Units affected
3
Recall number
11KWC
Official notice
2011-05-10
The hazard
The hazard
The service brake of a towed vehicle or trailer may have a delayed release, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Company & contacts
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Phone
Brand: Paccar. Contact: PACCAR Incorporated.
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