1980 KENWORTH KENWORTH Recalls (2)

Campaign:

82V034000 on 04/22/1982

Component:

Vehicle speed control:linkages

Manufactured:

12/31/1976 - 02/28/1982

Affected:

40

Defect:

It may be possible for the lcf throttle rod bell crank to make contact with the radiator seal. this can result in reduced engine performance and/or throttle return.

Correction:

Dealer will modify the driver side radiator seal to eliminate the possibility of interference with the throttle rod bell crank.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual transmission.system: throttle linkages and control; throttle rod bell crank/radiator.consequences of defect: an improper throttle return could result in loss ofvehicle speed control and an accident.

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Campaign:

82V133000 on 01/16/1983

Component:

Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator

Manufactured:

02/29/1980 - 04/30/1981

Affected:

557

Defect:

On certain vehicles, the air starter valves may become internally damaged during normal operation. this may result in a malfunction of the valve, causing the air starter to self actuate and start the engine of an unattended vehicle.

Correction:

The dealer will replace the valve with a current production version at no cost to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with sealco air starters.system: electrical; starter valve.consequences of defect: this condition could occur without prior warning, whilethe vehicle is parked or being serviced and may result in a vehicle accidentand personal injury.

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