KENWORTH T270 2018: SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V308000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| KENWORTH | T270 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2018-04-26 | 2018-05-11 | 2018-05-15 |
Production Dates: 2017-11-17 - 2017-12-12
Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18KWB
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 14
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
PACCAR Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2018 Kenworth T270 trucks. The outer spindle nut of the front wheel hub assembly may have been incorrectly installed possibly causing bearing failure.
Front wheel bearing failure can lead to front wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers have inspected the hub assembly and corrected the installations, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWB.
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.
