Kenworth Linkages Recall 91V090000 (15K Vehicles)

The problem

Sprague wiper assembly pivot can seize due to galvanic corrosion between the zinc-plated steel shaft and the bronze bushings.

The risk

This corrosion can cause wiper arm/blade assembly to stopwiping windshield, this could affect driver visibility and result in anaccident.

The fix

Replace sprague wiper assembly pivot with an assembly not susceptible to galvanic corrosion.

Contacts

System: wiper assembly pivot.Veehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with sprague wiper assembly pivot.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Kenworth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 91V090000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1989 Kenworth C500	0	1	A
1990 Kenworth C500	0	1	A
1991 Kenworth C500	0	3	C
1989 Kenworth T400	0	3	F
1990 Kenworth T400	0	3	F
1991 Kenworth T400	0	2	D
1989 Kenworth T450	0	2	C
1990 Kenworth T450	0	2	C
1991 Kenworth T450	0	1	B
1989 Kenworth T600A	1	3	D
1990 Kenworth T600A	0	2	C
1991 Kenworth T600A	0	1	B
1989 Kenworth T800	0	3	A
1990 Kenworth T800	0	3	A
1991 Kenworth T800	0	4	A
1989 Kenworth W900B	0	2	C
1990 Kenworth W900B	0	3	D
1991 Kenworth W900B	0	3	D

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Questions

Is the 91V090000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. PACCAR, INCORPORATED's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 91V090000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 91V090000 announced?

PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on June 10, 1991. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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