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NHTSARecalled Jan 30, 2014 · #14V026000

Hybrid Transmission Software

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T370 chassis manufactured August 5, 2013, through October 30, 2013, and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input. The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Hybrid Transmission Software
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Model numbers
2014 Kenworth, T370
UPCs

What you should do

PACCAR will notify owners, and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's number for this recall is 14KWF.

View the official CPSC notice