PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T370 chassis manufactured August 5, 2013, through October 30, 2013, and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle’s engine speed during downshifts without the driver’s input.
PACCAR Incorporated – Hybrid Transmission Software
| Report Received Date | 01/30/2014 |
| NHTSA ID | 14V026000 |
| Consequence Summary | The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | PACCAR will notify owners, and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the hybrid transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's number for this recall is 14KWF. |
| Recall Code | 14KWF |
| Potentially Affected | 22 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V026000) |
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