NHTSA recall campaign
13V322000
ManufacturerPACCAR IncorporatedReported2013-07-23Affected802 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
PACCAR Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Kenworth T4 and W9 series vehicles manufactured November 13, 2009, through August 26, 2011. The alternator wiring may come in contact with the exhaust manifold.
Risk
If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will re-route the alternator wiring, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's recall number is 13KWJ.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →