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Paccar - Rear axles inadequately lubricated
Official notice
5 Mar 2019
Last checked
5 Mar 2019
An official NHTSA notice concerns Paccar - Rear axles inadequately lubricated. Without lubricating oil, the bearings, hub and axle shafts may wear, resulting in the separation of a wheel end from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash. Published 2019-03-05.
What to do now
Paccar will notify owners, and kenworth dealers will inspect all of the rear axles for the presence of oil. If no oil is present, the wheels ends will be removed and the bearings, hub and axle shaft will be inspected for damage. If excessive wear or heat damage is evident, the components will be replaced, as necessary. Oil will then be added per the axle specifications. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began april 16, 2019. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's number for this recall is 19kwa.
Units affected
93
Recall number
19KWA
Official notice
2019-03-05
The hazard
The hazard
Without lubricating oil, the bearings, hub and axle shafts may wear, resulting in the separation of a wheel end from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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Brand: Paccar. Contact: PACCAR Incorporated.
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