Kenworth Recall 86V119000: Suspension, Front, Hub

NHTSA recall 86V119000 · announced August 26, 1986 · filed by Paccar, Incorporated · 4,300 units affected

The problem

FRONT ALUMINUM STEERING AXLE HUBS WERE INCORRECTLY HEATED DURING STUD AND BEARING CUP PRESSING OPERATIONS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: DUE TO THE INCORRECT HEAT TREATMENT THE HUBS MAY CRACK AND FAIL UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS. FAILURE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF WHEEL AND VEHICLE CRASH.

What to do

ALL RECALLED HUBS WILL BE INSPECTED AND TESTED FOR HARDNESS SPECIFICATIONS. IF THEY FAIL TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS, THEY WILL BE REPLACED.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

SYSTEM: STEERING/FRONT AXLE HUB.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCK/ TRACTOR.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 1975 Kenworth Coe Series
• 1976 Kenworth Coe Series
• 1977 Kenworth Coe Series
• 1978 Kenworth Coe Series
• 1979 Kenworth Coe Series
• 1980 Kenworth Coe Series

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.