Recall 79V-029: 1973–1978 Kenworth 700, 1973–1978 Kenworth L700 Vehicle Speed Control Recall

NHTSA number

79V-029

Report date

Nov 27, 1978

Vehicles affected

30,000

Owners notified

Nov 20, 1978

The problem

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems", in that due to the location of the lower throttle return spring and the tension in both throttle springs, the vehicle may not meet the return time specified in the standard.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, either relocate or replace the throttle springs at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks.system: throttle linkage and control; return spring.consequences of defect: under emergency conditions, the failure of the throttleto return to idle within the specified two seconds could result in loss ofvehicle control which could cause a vehicle accident.

Recall details

Manufacturer	PACCAR, INCORPORATED
Component	Vehicle Speed Control › Springs
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number	79V029000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Kenworth 700	1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978	All years
Kenworth L700	1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978	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 79V-029?

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems", in that due to the location of the lower throttle return spring and the tension in both throttle springs, the vehicle may not meet the return time specified in the standard.

How is recall 79V-029 fixed?

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, either relocate or replace the throttle springs at no cost to owner.

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.