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Paccar - Service brakes antilock traction relay valve
Official notice
30 Jan 2012
Last checked
30 Jan 2012
An official NHTSA notice concerns Paccar - Service brakes antilock traction relay valve. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers. Published 2012-01-30.
What to do now
Paccar will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. Owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Units affected
15,932
Recall number
12KWA/0112-A
Official notice
2012-01-30
The hazard
The hazard
Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.
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Brand: Paccar. Contact: PACCAR Incorporated.
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