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 2006 Kenworth T300 in Canada.
On certain trucks, the jumper wire between the grid heater relay and the fuse block may have been routed incorrectly during vehicle assembly. If the wire rubs against the radiator support, the chafe point could result in an electrical short, potentially causing a vehicle fire. Correction: Dealers will inspect the routing of the jumper wire; if the wire is not routed correctly, it will be inspected for rubbing or chaffing and replaced if necessary.
A failure of this component (electrical) 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).
On certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly. If any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into Neutral when left in Drive with the parking brake engaged. The vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if needed, make the necessary repairs.
A failure of this component (powertrain) 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).
On certain vehicles, incorrect coating was applied to the parking brake assembly anchor bolt during fabrication. This could reduce the fatigue life of the bolt and lead to premature failure. If this bolt were to fail, there is a potential for the truck to roll away while parked without warning. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace defective bolts.
A failure of this component (brakes) 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).
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