NHTSA Recall 01V142000: Labels (equipment)
PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kenworth T800.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V142000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 701-J/01KW04 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | April 24, 2001 |
| Owner notification | June 22, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor fg941 steer axles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) was determined incorrectly and over-stated on the vehicle certification label. With the incorrect gawr listed, these labels do not meet the certification requirements of part 567, "requirements for manufacturers of motor vehicles." vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating.
Safety risk
These vehicles would not be in compliance with federal regulations.
Remedy
Vehicles will be remedied either by assigning the proper weight rating or, if possible, by changing the necessary components to meet the currently assigned weight rating. Owner notification began june 22, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V142000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T800 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Kenworth W900 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.