NHTSA Recall 13V322000: Electrical system: wiring
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 802 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kenworth T4 Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V322000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13KWJ |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | July 23, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 9, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Inc. is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Kenworth T4 and W9 series vehicles manufactured November 13, 2009, through August 26, 2011. The alternator wiring may come in contact with the exhaust manifold.
Safety risk
If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will re-route the alternator wiring, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's recall number is 13KWJ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V322000
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.