Recall 13V-322: 2010–2012 Kenworth T4 Series, 2010–2012 Kenworth W9 Series Electrical System Recall

NHTSA number

13V-322

Report date

Jul 23, 2013

Vehicles affected

802

Owners notified

Aug 9, 2013

The problem

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 fix

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

Manufacturer	PACCAR Incorporated
Component	Electrical System › Wiring
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	13V322000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Kenworth T4 Series	2010, 2011, 2012	All years
Kenworth W9 Series	2010, 2011, 2012	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V-322?

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.

How is recall 13V-322 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.