1981 Kenworth W900A
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1981 Kenworth W900A. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1981 Kenworth W900A. Newest first.
The hand valve installed in the vehicle may have been incorrectly positioned. This would allow air to escape from both the front and rear service systems simultaneously if the control line to the rear axle relay valves should fail. Performance of front and rear service brakes during failure could be degraded.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The hand valve will be repositioned by the dealer, if necessary, at no charge owner.
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.
Every Kenworth W900A model year
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