Kenworth T270, T470 +7 more: Parking brake — air

Affects Kenworth T270, T470, T440, T660, T800, W900, T370, T680, T880 · 2015 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

What to do

Kenworth and Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the brake chamber, as necessary, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners March 3, 2015. The recall began on May 14, 2015. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5000 (Kenworth), or 1-940-591-4000 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 14KWP (Kenworth), and 1214L (Peterbilt).

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