NHTSA Recall 14V027000: Parking brake
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 86 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kenworth T660.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V027000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14KWE |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | January 29, 2014 |
| Owner notification | April 9, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR)is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T660, and T680 vehicles manufactured from December 4, 2012, through September 17, 2013 and configured as a dead axle tandem with air disc brakes and spring brake delete options. The affected vehicles have the parking brake incorrectly placed on the non-driven rear axle.
Safety risk
If the parking brake is on the non-driven axle the vehicle could roll away when the parking brakes are set, resulting in an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will move the parking brake components to the forward wheel axle, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's number for this recall is 14KWE.
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 14V027000
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.