NHTSA Campaign 14V026000
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Issued by PACCAR Incorporated · Reported Jan 30, 2014 · 22 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| KENWORTH | T370 | 2014 | 22 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 14V026000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.