KENWORTH T440 2013: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V243000

Make Model Year
KENWORTH T440 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-07-19 2013-06-10 2013-06-10

Production Dates: 2012-07-19 - 2013-03-20

Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 13KWG

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 19

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T440 trucks manufactured July 19, 2012, through March 20, 2013. The tread plate is installed on the entry steps such that it does not align with the cab door opening. As such, it leaves a section of the step without sufficient slip prevention.

Consequence

The absence of a slip-resistant surface could cause a person to slip and become injured while climbing into or out of the cab.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install a new step assembly free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2013. PACCAR's recall number is 13KWG. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400.

Notes

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.