NHTSARecalled Jul 23, 2013 · #13V322000
Melted Alternator Wire may Result in Fire
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.
Product details
- Product
- Melted Alternator Wire may Result in Fire
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Model numbers
- 2012 Kenworth
- UPCs
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What you should do
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.