Kenworth K270, K370: Parking brake

Affects Kenworth K270, K370 · 2014–2015 — about 101 vehicles.

The hazard

Improper seating can result in the valves improperly adjusting air pressure levels, thereby reducing the braking performance of the vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will and replace the valves, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-468-7400.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational