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Vehicle recall 12V026000 · January 30, 2012

Peterbilt 320, Peterbilt 330 and 19 more models

In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 kenworth T170, T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T700, T800, W900, and peterbilt 320, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, and 587 vehicles, manufactured from January 31, 2011, through January 19, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
Paccar will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on February 10, 2012. Owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth and peterbilt recall numbers 12KWA/0112-a.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
12V026000
Reported to NHTSA
January 30, 2012
Filed by
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Manufacturer campaign
12KWA/0112-A
Owner notification
February 10, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected
15,932
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valve
Recall 12V026000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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