PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T270 and T370 trucks
— Recall Campaign #13V082000
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T270 and T370 trucks, manufactured from January 31, 2013, through February 4, 2013. The left hand seat belt floor pan reinforcement bracket was not positioned correctly during assembly. This could result in the failure of the seat belt anchor mounting.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 17 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V082000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 06, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V082000 |
| Units affected: | 17 |
- Description:
- PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T270 and T370 trucks, manufactured from January 31, 2013, through February 4, 2013. The left hand seat belt floor pan reinforcement bracket was not positioned correctly during assembly. This could result in the failure of the seat belt anchor mounting.
- Consequeces:
- In the event of a crash, the failure in the seat belt anchor may increase the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will remove, reposition, and reinstall the reinforcement bracket free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
- Notes:
- Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13KWE.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.