Vehicle recall 13V243000 · June 10, 2013
2013-2014 Kenworth T440
The tread plate is installed on the entry steps such that it does not align with the cab door opening.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T440 trucks manufactured July 19, 2012, through March 20, 2013. The tread plate is installed on the entry steps such that it does not align with the cab door opening. As such, it leaves a section of the step without sufficient slip prevention.
- Consequence
- The absence of a slip-resistant surface could cause a person to slip and become injured while climbing into or out of the cab.
- Remedy
- PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install a new step assembly free of charge. The recall began July 19, 2013. PACCAR's recall number is 13KWG. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400.
- 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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V243000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 10, 2013
- Filed by
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13KWG
- Owner notification
- July 19, 2013
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 19
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth T440 (2013-2014): 2014, 2013
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