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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 06V461📅 Nov 30, 2006

2006 Kenworth T600 & 2006 Kenworth T800 + 1 more recall: trailer hitch

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain trucks, an RA529 king pin release air valve was manufactured with the internal spool installed backwards. This results in the air option of the king pin release system being inoperable. To correct this situation, the vehicle's air lines were reversed rather than replacing the valve.

💥 The risk

With the lines reversed, the king pin CAN be released without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Kenworth will inspect the king pin release system and suspect valve. If any vehicles have a nonconforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. The recall began on november 29, 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
06V461000
Manufacturer recall #
06KW3
Manufacturer
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Vehicles affected
86
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 29, 2006
Built
Oct 2, 2006 – Oct 27, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 06KW3.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 06V461 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 06V461?

2006 Kenworth T600 & 2006 Kenworth T800 + 1 more. 86 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.