NHTSA recall 13V322000
Electrical system › Wiring
Kenworth T4 Series and 1 more
Reported Jul 23, 2013802 vehicles affectedPACCAR IncorporatedMaker’s number 13KWJBuilt Nov 13, 2009 – Aug 26, 2011
The defect
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.
The risk
If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.
The remedy
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.