CarRecallWatch- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 T680 and T880 tandem axle vehicles equipped with a parking brake on a single axle and certain models of automated manual transmissions. During cold temperatures, the signal from the park brake pressure switch to the transmission controller may be delayed possibly resulting in the vehicle moving unexpectedly.
- Risk
- Unexpected vehicle movement may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will replace the park brake pressure switch, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners and interim notification on June 3, 2019. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19KWB.
- 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
Certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T680 and T880 tandem axle trucks have a parking brake on a single axle and certain automated manual transmissions. In cold temperatures, the signal from the park brake pressure switch to the transmission controller can be delayed, so the vehicle may move unexpectedly. Unexpected movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The remedy is a free replacement of the park brake pressure switch at an authorized dealer. The manufacturer, PACCAR, notified owners and dealers, and owners can contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258 (PACCAR recall number 19KWB). You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kenworth T680 | 201820192020 |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T880 | 201820192020 |