Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1978 Kenworth Hustler in Canada.
THE ALUMINUM FRONT HUBS MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED HARDNESS SPECIFICATIONS. INSUFFICIENT HARDNESS COULD LEAD TO HUB FAILURE AND POSSIBLE LOSS OF CONTROL AND VEHICLE CRASH. CORRECTION: HUBS WILL BE INSPECTED AND TESTED FOR HARDNESS. IF THEY FAIL TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS THEY WILL BE REPLACED. 1973 TO 1982 MODEL YEARS.
A failure of this component (suspension) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
THE THROTTLE RETURN SPRINGS ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS, DETROIT DIESEL ENGINES MAYU NOT RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE TO THE IDLE POSITION WITHIN THE TIME LIMITS APECIFIED BY CANADA MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 124 - ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE A MOMENTARY LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE UNDER EMERGENCY CONDITIONS.
A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Official Transport Canada safety campaigns, Canadian motor vehicle safety compliance standards and live VIN specifications.
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