PACCAR 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.
PACCAR Incorporated – Melted Alternator Wire may Result in Fire
| Report Received Date | 07/23/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13V322000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the alternator wiring comes in contact with the exhaust manifold, the wiring may melt and lead to a vehicle fire. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 13KWJ |
| Potentially Affected | 802 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V322000) |
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