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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 09V140📅 Apr 29, 2009

2008–2009 Kenworth T270 & 2009 Kenworth T370 recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Paccar is recalling 2 my 2009 kenworth T270 and T370 4X2 trucks. The anchor plate tie bar which reinforces the anchor plate on 73MM calipers was not installed. Under high torque brake applications the slide pins could bind, resulting in a reduction of the braking effort and/or brake drag caused by incomplete brake release; or the anchor plate could fatigue, resulting in a cracked and/or fracture anchor plate.

💥 The risk

This condition could result in reduced braking capacity and increased stopping distances, or part of the anchor plate could separate and fall onto the roadway. Either of these could increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the brakes on the affected chassis for the presence of the anchor plate tie bar; and install the anchor plate tie bar if missing free of charge. All vehicles have been fixed. Owner may contact kenworth at 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
09V140000
Manufacturer recall #
409B & 09KW2
Manufacturer
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Vehicles affected
2
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 17, 2009
Built
Sep 15, 2008 – Mar 16, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Peterbilt recall no. 409B & kenworth recall no. 09KW2.owners 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 09V140 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 09V140?

2008–2009 Kenworth T270 & 2009 Kenworth T370. 2 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.