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- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680, and T880 trucks manufactured January 14, 2010, to May 22, 2015, and equipped with HID Headlamps and the option for Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The DRLs are required to deactivate when the hazard warning lights are activated, however, the DRLs on these vehicles override the hazard flashing functionality after the brake pedal is pushed for more than two seconds. Normal hazard flashing functionality returns once the service brake is released. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on September 167, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 15KWL.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain Kenworth T440, T470, T660, T680 and T880 trucks, the daytime running lights do not switch off when the hazard warning lights are on. After the brake pedal has been pushed for more than two seconds, the daytime running lights override the hazard flashing, so the hazard lights may not flash. Normal hazard flashing returns once the brake pedal is released.
If the hazard warning lights are overridden, drivers of oncoming vehicles may not be warned of the stopped or slowed truck, which raises the risk of a crash.
Owners can contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 about this recall. The repair is free: an authorized dealer will update the cab controller software. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kenworth T440 | 201120122013201420152016 |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T470 | 201120122013201420152016 |
| Kenworth T660 | 201120122013201420152016 |
| Kenworth T680 | 201120122013201420152016 |
| Kenworth T880 | 201120122013201420152016 |