NHTSA recall 01V021000
Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
Kenworth C500 and 3 more
Reported Feb 5, 20011,992 vehicles affectedPACCAR, INCORPORATEDMaker’s number 01KW01Built May 13, 1999 – Jan 9, 2001
The defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with an optional firewall-mounted circuit breaker. the main cab power and battery power leads were attached incorrectly. this condition can result in the main cab power being unprotected.
The risk
If a wiring short occurred anywhere along the cab power circuit, the available battery power could arc and cause subsequent damage to the vehicle or a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and correct the problem, as needed. Owner notification began february 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.