2013–2014 Kenworth T440 recall: equipment
⚠️ What's wrong
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.
💥 The risk
The absence of a slip-resistant surface could cause a person to slip and become injured while climbing into or out of the cab.
🔧 The fix
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.
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
- 13V243000
- Manufacturer recall #
- 13KWG
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Vehicles affected
- 19
- Component
- EQUIPMENT
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Jul 19, 2013
- Built
- Jul 19, 2012 – Mar 20, 2013
- Recall started by
- MFR
- 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.