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Paccar - Upper bunk restraint buckle
Official notice
16 Jul 2012
Last checked
16 Jul 2012
An official NHTSA notice concerns Paccar - Upper bunk restraint buckle. In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant. Published 2012-07-16.
What to do now
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on august 20, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Units affected
21
Recall number
12KWD/12KWE
Official notice
2012-07-16
The hazard
The hazard
In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
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Brand: Paccar. Contact: PACCAR Incorporated.
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