NHTSA recall 85V102000
Vehicle speed control
Kenworth Lcf and 1 more
Reported Aug 8, 1985850 vehicles affectedPACCAR, INCORPORATEDBuilt Jan 1, 1982 – Jul 1, 1985
The defect
Possibility that a new throttle rod end was incorporated in the throttle mechanism during manufacturing. This throttle end uses a nylon bearing material. This bearing may deteriorate under certain conditions restricting throttle rod movement. consequence of defect: the restricting of throttle rod movement causes a loss of throttle control which may result in an accident.
The remedy
Inspection and replacement of all alinabal parts will be made by the manufacturer.