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February 15, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V087000
Service brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V087
Manufacturer PACCAR
Incorporated
Components SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Potential Number of Units Affected 8,008
Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, Peterbilt 536, 537, and 548 vehicles. When the brake pedal is fully applied and then released rapidly, the pedal plunger that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may become disconnected, causing the service brakes to fail.
Remedy
Dealers will add a pedal restraint bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth’s customer service at 1-425-828-588 and Peterbilt’s customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR’s numbers for this recall are 23KWB and 23PBB.
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.nhtsa.gov.
23PBB โ Bendix 2.1m Medium Duty Brake Pedal Plunger: NHTSA #23V087, TC#2023-070
Description
Bendix 2.1m Medium Duty Brake Pedal Plunger
Safety Recall
The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Introduction
If the brake pedal plunger becomes disconnected or jammed, the operator may not be able to apply the service brakes.
Situation
4,209 (4,015 U.S. and 194 Canada) 536, 537, and 548 chassis manufactured between 6/16/2020 and 01/25/2023.
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Chronology :
01-23-23: Paccar Plant informed the Product Safety & Compliance department of a report from the field with reports of the brake pedal plunger becoming dislodged in four of the 2.1m medium duty vehicles with air brakes at their facility. The issue was able to be replicated at Paccar plants. Investigation opened.
01-25-23: Warranty search completed, and no relevant claims identified. Additional evaluations at other Paccar facilities were able to replicate the issue on 2.1m medium duty vehicles.
01-26-23: Rework procedure approved by Paccar and Bendix. Rework begins at plants.
02-08-23: Investigation details summarized and warranty search updated. No relevant claims identified.
02-09-23: Safety committee meeting held. The committee concurs with Bendix that a safety related defect exists and that the affected population shall be recalled.
02-10-23: Affected field population firmed.
As of February 10, 2023, Paccar received 0 warranty claims and 1 report about 4 trucks in the field that may be related between January 2023 and February 2023. No reports of deaths or injuries have been received.
24 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| KENWORTH | T280 | 2021-2024 |
| KENWORTH | T380 | 2021-2024 |
| KENWORTH | T480 | 2021-2024 |
| PETERBILT | 536 | 2021-2024 |
| PETERBILT | 537 | 2021-2024 |
| PETERBILT | 548 | 2021-2024 |
12 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V087-8204.PDF 215.89KB
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Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V087-2358.pdf 646.023KB
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Safety Bulletin
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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V087-0227.pdf 342.476KB
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ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RIONL-23V087-1659.pdf 159.958KB
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Recall 573 Report – April 11, 2023
RCLRPT-23V087-9425.PDF 216.148KB
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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V087-5040.pdf 353.58KB
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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V087-1425.pdf 174.298KB
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Safety Bulletin
RCSB-23V087-7301.pdf 146.392KB
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PACCAR – 23KWB Bulletin – May 2023
RCMN-23V087-9127.pdf 467.506KB
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ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-23V087-5050.pdf 348.103KB
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Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-4
RCLQRT-23V087-1609.PDF 211.472KB
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Our records indicate that these vehicles are affected by 23PBB and are owned by
Subject:
unger
NHTSA: 23V087
EXPIRATION DATE: NONE
This notice applies to your vehicle. Your VIN(s) can be found on the bottom or back of this page. Dear Peterbilt Customer,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Peterbilt has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2020 through 2023 Model Year 536, 537, and 548 chassis built from 6/16/2020 through 1/25/2023 and equipped with Bendix air brakes. The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal
to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release).
If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash. The risk of the brake plunger dislodging may be reduced by slowly releasing the service brakes and not allowing the pedal to release rapidly. What is the The plunger dislodging in the brake pedal assembly may result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes.
What will your dealer When the repair procedure and parts are available, your dealer will replace the necessary parts per the decided repair procedure.
What should you There is no action required on your part at this time. You will receive a letter notifying you when the repair procedure and parts are available.
Peterbilt Motors Company has initiated this recall to remedy the issue with no charge to you. Currently, the repair procedure is unavailable
to correct this condition. However, Peterbilt is required to notify customers of the existence of the identified safety defect. You will be notified by mail when the repair procedure and parts become available.
If you require further information about this recall, reimbursement of a pre-notification remedy associated with this recall, or experience any difficulty in making arrangements for this repair, please contact: Peterbilt Motors Company, 1700 Woodbrook St, Denton, TX 76205, Attn: Customer Experience Department.
If you conclude that Peterbilt has not enabled you to remedy this defect in a reasonable time and without charge, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you no longer own this vehicle, we would appreciate your advising us of the new owner. Please send all known ownership and address
changes to PBDiv.Warranty.Docs@paccar.com.
We apologize for any inconvenience this preventive procedure may cause and thank you for your participation in helping Peterbilt provide the highest levels of customer satisfaction and service expertise. We value your business and appreciate your ongoing loyalty to Peterbilt and its dealer network. Industry-leading quality, performance and reliability are hallmarks of Peterbilt products, and we thank you for making Peterbilt your truck of choice.
Sincerely, Michelle Ponsonby
Director of Customer Experience Peterbilt Motors Company
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
Interim Notification
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23PBB โ Bendix 2.1m Medium Duty Brake Pedal Plunger: NHTSA #23V087, TC #2023-070 Number
23PBB
Supplier
Bendix
Description
Bendix 2.1m Medium Duty Brake Pedal Plunger
Date
2/17/2023
Whatโs New
Safety Recall Clone The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly releas ide
slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may 9/12/23, 3:59 PM Federal Recall Bulletin
increase the risk of a crash.
Introduction
If the brake pedal plunger becomes disconnected or jammed, the operator may not be able to apply the service brakes.
Situation
4,209 (4,015 U.S. and 194 Canada) 536, 537, and 548 chassis manufactured between 6/16/2020 and 01/25/2023.
Resolution
Safety Recall Service all affected chassis that enter your dealership, even if the customer has no issue with the chassis. 1. Review the attached chassis list for your dealer code and schedule your customer(s) for service if their chassis is on the list.
2. If you are not using Service Management to start repair orders, review SIR for โCompleteโ or “In Process” next to the โ23PBBโ campaign code prior to performing this repair.
3. Follow the procedure to add the brake pedal restraint within the repair procedure.
Federal Law
It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease new vehicles covered by this recall until the defect or noncompliance has been corrected.
Warranty
There is no time or mileage limit for this recall. Peterbilt will pay for parts at dealer net plus applicable mark up and labor: โข 0.3 hours labor to add the brake pedal restraint per the repair procedure and ensure working status of the brakes. Use Quick Claim Code https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL
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23PBBA. โข For extraordinary circumstances please use code 23PBB. Add from”Recommended Repairs”, then select the gear icon to edit Parts/Labor/Misc. โข File the claim within 14 days in accordance with Warranty Policy. Take off parts disposition: N/A PRWS CLAIM CODING Campaign Code: 23PBB Campaign Type: Safety Recall Claim Category: Truck Repair Type: Proactive Customer Concern Code: 195 Causal Code: 51 Corrective 12
Action Code: Responsibility CampSupp
Code: Failure Location: 013-
005-001 Causal Part: G90-1288 Supplier Code: Bendix 01674AA SRT Code: B23-PBB
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pedal bracket installed per bulletin procedure. Procedure
Please follow your dealership’s safety procedures and precautions to ensure the vehicle can be safely repaired and maintained. A link to the repair procedure can be found in the Links section of this bulletin.
Parts
Parts are available from PACCAR Parts. Quantity Part 1 G11-6557 08045RHLK
2 HWC12713 Locally Description
Brake Pedal Restraint Bracket
Bolts Nut
Fasteners
Cable Ties (to secure wire harnesses near brake pedal) Links https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL
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23PBB Chassis List 23PBB Repair Procedure
23PBB US Customer Letter
23PBB Canada – English Customer Letter 23PBB Canada – French Customer Letter
Revision History
04/28/2023 – Added warranty and procedures section and created procedural document that is linked in the Links section.
05/03/2023 – Converted from Interim to Final bulletin.
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23PBB โ Bendix 2.1m Medium Duty Brake Pedal Plunger: NHTSA #23V087, TC #2023-070 Number
23PBB
Supplier
Bendix
Date
2/17/2023
Whatโs New
Safety Recall Clone The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash. Interim Notification
This is to inform dealers of the existence of a safety recall. This bulletin will be updated when repair procedures are developed, and necessary parts are available.
Situation
4209 (4015 U.S. and 194 Canada) 536, 537, and 548 chassis manufactured between 6/16/2020 and 01/25/2023.
Federal Law
It is a violation of Federal law for a d d by this recall until the defect or
noncompliance has been corrected.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle. Your VIN(s) can be found on the bottom or back of this page. Subject: Safety Recall: 23PBB โ 2.1m Medium Duty Bendix Brake Pedal Plunger NHTSA: 23V087
EXPIRATION DATE: NONE Dear Peterbilt Customer, This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Peterbilt has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2020 through 2023 Model Year 536, 537, and 548 chassis built from 6/16/2020 through 1/25/2023 and equipped with Bendix air brakes. The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash. The risk of the brake plunger dislodging may be reduced by slowly releasing the service brakes and not allowing the pedal to release rapidly. What is the problem? The plunger dislodging in the brake pedal assembly may result in the driver being unable to
apply the service brakes. What will your dealer do? Add a brake pedal retention device per the repair procedure. What should you do? Please contact your closest dealer to schedule this repair. Peterbilt Motors Company has initiated this recall to remedy the issue with no charge to you. Your dealer will add a brake pedal retention device to the existing brake pedal assembly so that the pedal plunger remains in its proper place during braking events.Error! Reference source not found. Please contact your Peterbilt dealer to schedule an appointment for these services. To find your Peterbilt dealer, please visit the Dealer Locator at www.Peterbilt.com or scan the QR code. When contacting your Peterbilt dealer, reference the Safety Recall number and the NHTSA number. This repair may take up to 1 hour of labor depending on dealer scheduling. If you require further information about this recall or experience any difficulty in making arrangements for this repair, please contact the Peterbilt Customer Experience Department at PB.Tech.Pubs.Dept@paccar.com. If you conclude that Peterbilt has not enabled you to remedy this defect in a reasonable time and without charge, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you no longer own this vehicle, we would appreciate your advising us of the new owner. Please send all known ownership and address changes to PBDiv.Warranty.Docs@paccar.com. We apologize for any inconvenience this preventive procedure may cause and thank you for your participation in helping Peterbilt provide the highest levels of customer satisfaction and service expertise. We value your business and appreciate your ongoing loyalty to Peterbilt and its dealer network. Industry-leading quality, performance and reliability are hallmarks of Peterbilt products, and we thank you for making Peterbilt your truck of choice.
Sincerely,
Michelle Ponsonby
Director of Customer Experience
Peterbilt Motors Company
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Our records indicate that these vehicles are affected by 23PBB and are owned by
Subject:
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NHTSA: 23V087
EXPIRATION DATE: NONE
This notice applies to your vehicle. Your VIN(s) can be found on the bottom or back of this page. Dear Peterbilt Customer,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Peterbilt has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2020 through 2023 Model Year 536, 537, and 548 chassis built from 6/16/2020 through 1/25/2023 and equipped with Bendix air brakes. The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal
to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release).
If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash. The risk of the brake plunger dislodging may be reduced by slowly releasing the service brakes and not allowing the pedal to release rapidly. What is the The plunger dislodging in the brake pedal assembly may result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes.
What will your dealer Add a brake pedal retention device per the repair procedure.
What should you Please contact your closest dealer to schedule this repair. Peterbilt Motors Company has initiated this recall to remedy the issue with no charge to you. Your dealer will add a brake pedal retention device to the existing brake pedal assembly so that the pedal plunger remains in its proper place during braking events. Please contact your Peterbilt dealer to schedule an appointment for these services. To find your Peterbilt dealer, please visit the Dealer Locator at
www.Peterbilt.com or scan the QR code. When contacting your Peterbilt dealer, reference the Safety Recall number and the NHTSA number. This repair may take up to 1 hour of labor depending on dealer scheduling.
If you require further information about this recall or experience any difficulty in making arrangements for this repair, please contact the Peterbilt Customer Experience Department at PB.Tech.Pubs.Dept@paccar.com.
If you conclude that Peterbilt has not enabled you to remedy this defect in a reasonable time and without charge, you may submit a complaint to: Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590, or call the toll free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you no longer own this vehicle, we would appreciate your advising us of the new owner. Please send all known ownership and address
changes to PBDiv.Warranty.Docs@paccar.com.
We apologize for any inconvenience this preventive procedure may cause and thank you for your participation in helping Peterbilt provide the highest levels of customer satisfaction and service expertise. We value your business and appreciate your ongoing loyalty to Peterbilt and its dealer network. Industry-leading quality, performance and reliability are hallmarks of Peterbilt products, and we thank you for making Peterbilt your truck of choice.
Sincerely, Michelle Ponsonby
Director of Customer Experience Peterbilt Motors Company
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
Scan this QR code to open the Peterbilt Dealer Locator.
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
PACCAR Incorporated APR 11, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-087 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23KWB and 23PBB Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : PACCAR Incorporated
Address : 777 106TH AVENUE NORTHEAST BELLEVUE WA 98004
Company phone : 940 591 4220
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 8,008 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T280
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect Bendix brake pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUN 17, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T380
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 30, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T480
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 07, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087 Page 2 Vehicle 4 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 536 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 27, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 537 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 15, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 548 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : AUG 13, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Reference Bendix equipment recall 23E011. The pedal plunger that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve, may become disconnected or jammed, while the pedal is fully depressed and released extremely rapidly (side slip foot brake release).
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The plunger becoming disconnected or jammed in the supplier brake pedal assembly may result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Description of the Cause : Adjustment of the gap between the travel limit stop and the brake pedal may be excessive, allowing the plunger to become disconnected or jammed. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087 Page 3 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : None. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : VALVE โ FOOT BRAKE ASSEMBLY
Component Description : VALVE โ FOOT BRAKE ASSEMBLY Component Part Number : G90-1288 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC Address : 35500 Chester Rd
Avon Ohio 44011
Country : United States Chronology :
01-23-23: Paccar Plant informed the Product Safety & Compliance department of a report from the field with reports of the brake pedal plunger becoming dislodged in four of the 2.1m medium duty vehicles with air brakes at their facility. The issue was able to be replicated at Paccar plants. Investigation opened. 01-25-23: Warranty search completed, and no relevant claims identified. Additional evaluations at other Paccar facilities were able to replicate the issue on 2.1m medium duty vehicles. 01-26-23: Rework procedure approved by Paccar and Bendix. Rework begins at plants. 02-08-23: Investigation details summarized and warranty search updated. No relevant claims identified. 02-09-23: Safety committee meeting held. The committee concurs with Bendix that a safety related defect exists and that the affected population shall be recalled. 02-10-23: Affected field population firmed. As of February 10, 2023, Paccar received 0 warranty claims and 1 report about 4 trucks in the field that may be related between January 2023 and February 2023. No reports of deaths or injuries have been received. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The defect is remedied by adding a pedal restraint bracket. The bracket
limits the pedal travel in the rebound direction and the plunger cannot become dislocated or jammed. Owners who incurred costs to obtain a remedy for the problem addressed by the recall in advance of receiving notification may seek reimbursement through the process outlined in the general reimbursement plan on file. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The remedy agreed to by both Bendix and PACCAR includes the addition of a restraint bracket that limits the rebound travel of the pedal such that the pedal plunger cannot become dislocated or jammed.
The excessive gap between the pedal travel limit and the pedal was eliminated to prevent the pedal plunger from becoming disconnected or jammed. The condition was corrected in production for all vehicles built on or after January 18, 2023.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Notifications will be sent within 60 days.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 15, 2023 – MAR 15, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 16, 2023 – APR 16, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
PACCAR Incorporated FEB 15, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-087 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23KWB and 23PBB Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : PACCAR Incorporated
Address : 777 106TH AVENUE NORTHEAST BELLEVUE WA 98004
Company phone : 940 591 4220
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 8,008 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information :
Vehicle 1 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T280
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect Bendix brake pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUN 17, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T380
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 30, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2021-2024 Kenworth T480
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 07, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087 Page 2 Vehicle 4 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 536 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 27, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 537 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : JUL 15, 2020 – JAN 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2021-2024 Peterbilt Model 548 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : All vehicles containing the suspect pedal part number that were not contained at Paccar plants.
Production Dates : AUG 13, 2020 – JAN 16, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : Reference Bendix equipment recall 23E011. The pedal plunger that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve, may become disconnected or jammed, while the pedal is fully depressed and released extremely rapidly (side slip foot brake release).
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : The plunger becoming disconnected or jammed in the supplier brake pedal assembly may result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Description of the Cause : Adjustment of the gap between the travel limit stop and the brake pedal may be excessive, allowing the plunger to become disconnected or jammed. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087 Page 3 Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : None. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : VALVE โ FOOT BRAKE ASSEMBLY
Component Description : VALVE โ FOOT BRAKE ASSEMBLY Component Part Number : G90-1288 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC Address : 35500 Chester Rd
Avon Ohio 44011
Country : United States Chronology :
01-23-23: Paccar Plant informed the Product Safety & Compliance department of a report from the field with reports of the brake pedal plunger becoming dislodged in four of the 2.1m medium duty vehicles with air brakes at their facility. The issue was able to be replicated at Paccar plants. Investigation opened. 01-25-23: Warranty search completed, and no relevant claims identified. Additional evaluations at other Paccar facilities were able to replicate the issue on 2.1m medium duty vehicles. 01-26-23: Rework procedure approved by Paccar and Bendix. Rework begins at plants. 02-08-23: Investigation details summarized and warranty search updated. No relevant claims identified. 02-09-23: Safety committee meeting held. The committee concurs with Bendix that a safety related defect exists and that the affected population shall be recalled. 02-10-23: Affected field population firmed. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-087
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR ยง573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The remedy is to be determined. Owners who incurred costs to obtain a
remedy for the problem addressed by the recall in advance of receiving notification may seek reimbursement through the process outlined in the general reimbursement plan on file. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The remedy is to be determined. The excessive gap between the pedal travel limit and the pedal was eliminated to prevent the pedal plunger from becoming disconnected or jammed. The condition was corrected in production for all vehicles built on or after January 18, 2023.
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Notifications will be sent within 60 days.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 15, 2023 – MAR 15, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 16, 2023 – APR 16, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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