NHTSA Recall 12V332000: Equipment
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21 vehicles. It affects 2013 Kenworth T680.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V332000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12KWD/12KWE |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | July 16, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 20, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. The upper bunk restraint belt and buckle assembly may be less than the specified strength.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.
Remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. The safety recall began on august 20, 2012. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth's recall number is 12kwd. Owners may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V332000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T680 | 2013 |
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.