NHTSA recall 12V332000
Equipment
Kenworth T680
Reported Jul 16, 201221 vehicles affectedPACCAR INCORPORATEDMaker’s number 12KWD/12KWE
The defect
Paccar IS recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth T680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. the upper bunk restraint belt and buckle assembly may be less than the specified strength.
The risk
In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
The remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. the safety recall began on august 20, 2012. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.