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1998 Kenworth T2000 Recall

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Active Safety 1998 Kenworth T2000 Recalls (2)

Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1998 Kenworth T2000 in Canada.

Ref #2001-104 Campaign : 01KW2
2001-05-16 369 units

Suspension

Issue Description

On certain vehicles, the rear suspension is regularly subjected to extreme articulation, resulting in flexing of the joint. Failure of the lower sway arm attaching bolts could result with possible loss of vehicle control. Correction: Dealers will replace the lower sway arm brackets.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (suspension) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
Ref #1998-128 Campaign : 98KW1
1998-06-24 2 402 units

Fuel System

Issue Description

NOTE: INCLUDES 1996-98 T2000 AND ALL OTHER 1996-97 KENWORTH MODELS EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR 3406E ENGINES. THE ROUTING OF THE ELECTRICAL AND FUEL LINES IN THE REFERENCED ENGINES CAN CAUSE RUBBING OF THE ENGINE/ALTERNATOR HARNESS ON THE FUEL LINE AND CAN RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND, WHERE THERE IS EVIDENCE OF WEAR DUE TO RUBBING BETWEEN THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND FUEL LINES, THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND/OR FUEL LINES WILL BE REPLACED AND ROUTED CORRECTLY.

Safety Risk

A failure of this component (fuel system) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action & Repair

Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).

Free parts & labor under Motor Vehicle Safety Act Transport Canada Open Data
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