Kenworth T470

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAILUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS

    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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    POWER TRAINUS

    Starting the vehicle when the transmission is not in PARK may cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    STEERINGUS

    A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTINGUS

    POWER LOSS OF THE VEHICLE'S EXTERIOR LIGHTING MAY REDUCE THE VISIBILITY OF THE VEHICLE TO OTHER DRIVERS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITH THE VEHICLE.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SLACK ADJUSTERSUS

    IF THE SLACK ADJUSTER HOUSING WERE TO FRACTURE, THE WHEEL BRAKE TO WHICH THE SLACK ADJUSTER HOUSING IS ATTACHED WOULD NO LONGER FUNCTION, WHICH COULD INCREASE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCES, AND IF MOUNTED ON THE STEER AXLE, COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO PULL TO ONE SIDE DURING BRAKING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANKUS

    Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

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    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTORUS

    As water leaks in, the wiper may cease to function on the 'intermittent' setting, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the water may cause corrosion which, over time, may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTSUS

    If the hazard warning lamps are overridden by the DRL, oncoming vehicles may fail to be warned, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVEUS

    UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCHUS

    Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

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    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTSUS

    If the stop/tail/turn light is not illuminated, the driver's intentions would not be communicated, which increases the risk of a crash.

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    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWAREUS

    If the vehicle is started while it is in gear, it may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SEAT BELTSUS

    If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

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    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESELUS

    If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.

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    PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIRUS

    Brake drag may result in a wheel end fire.

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    STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLYUS

    If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

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    SERVICE BRAKES, AIRUS

    A loss of braking ability would increase the risk of a crash.

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    STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERSUS

    Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.