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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 06V447📅 Nov 27, 2006

2007–2008 Kenworth T600 & 2007–2008 Kenworth T800 + 1 more recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain trucks equipped with a trw tilt/telescoping steering column, the tilt locking mechanism on the steering column may disengage. This could prevent the steering column from locking in to predetermined positions.

💥 The risk

Should the locking mechanism disengage, the tilting travel of the column would be unrestricted. This unrestricted travel allows the steering wheel to impact the dash and could limit the movement of the steering wheel potentially resulting in difficulty maneuvering the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the tilt locking mechanism with a revised design that incorporates a new bracket for restraining the tilting mechanism. The recall began on december 22, 2006. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
06V447000
Manufacturer recall #
06KW2
Manufacturer
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Vehicles affected
443
Component
STEERING:COLUMN
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 22, 2006
Built
Jun 6, 2006 – Nov 9, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 06KW2.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 06V447 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 06V447?

2007–2008 Kenworth T600 & 2007–2008 Kenworth T800 + 1 more. 443 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Kenworth dealer to book the free repair.