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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 14V439📅 Jul 21, 2014

2013–2015 Kenworth K300 & 2013–2015 Peterbilt 210 + 3 more recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

PACCAR Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210, 220, and 320 chassis manufactured March 14, 2012 to July 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have loose fitting electrical connectors on the power distribution module which may cause the engine to shut off.

💥 The risk

An unexpected engine shut down increases the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install nylon tie straps to hold the connectors in place until the permanent remedy, a connection position device, becomes available. Both remedies will be provided free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2015. For more information, Peterbilt owners may call 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth owners may call 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 14KWH (Kenworth), and 714-G (Peterbilt).

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
14V439000
Manufacturer recall #
14KWH,714-G
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles affected
1,966
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 29, 2015
Built
Mar 14, 2012 – Jul 10, 2014
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.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 14V439 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 14V439?

2013–2015 Kenworth K300 & 2013–2015 Peterbilt 210 + 3 more. 1,966 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.