1998 Kenworth T300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1998 Kenworth T300. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1998 Kenworth T300. Newest first.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with 10,000 or 12,000 pound dana front axles. a condition called brake "sprag", which IS characterized by a noise at the end of an applied stop, can develop in the brake system. this noise IS the result of a pulsation of the brake lining with the brake drum during brake application. these noise vibrations…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of the tie rod end can cause loss of steering control and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake lining on the front axle of each vehicle with a lining made of a different composition. in addition, the tie rod ends will be replaced free of charge. owner notification began october 12, 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.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the air hoses from the relay valves were connected directly to the service brake chambers, rather than beting connected through the anti-lock braking system (ABS) modulator. this does not comply with fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealers will reroute the air hoses through the ABS modulator.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10188550Information Only Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
- 10173205Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10168703Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10027646Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. Any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08,
- 10026545Kenworth: the original publication identified chassis with PX-8 engines only. PX-8 and isc engines-engine warning light on.
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