1989 Kenworth T800
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1989 Kenworth T800. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1989 Kenworth T800. Newest first.
Sprague wiper assembly pivot can seize due to galvanic corrosion between the zinc-plated steel shaft and the bronze bushings.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This corrosion can cause wiper arm/blade assembly to stopwiping windshield, this could affect driver visibility and result in anaccident.
Remedy
Replace sprague wiper assembly pivot with an assembly not susceptible to galvanic corrosion.
Rear axle stabilizer (sway) bar may not have been properly heat treated.
Routing of fuel line could allow it to contact the electricial connection on the starter solenoid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Such contact could result in a truck fire.
Remedy
Reroute fuel line and secure away from starter solenoid.
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.
- 10040181Paccar: engineering standards have changed and there are now engines with heat treated bolts.
- 10040180Paccar: a software update IS causing the check engine light to come on.
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