Vehicle recall 73V150000 · July 13, 1973

1972-1973 Kenworth Kenworth

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

Notes: Paccar campaign no na.trucks coe and conventional.possibility that thenylon bushings where the drag link end ball studs rests may break apart and theentire ball stud-socket assembly chafe and be subject to premature corrosion.if this condition exists, the ball stud could become separated from socket andcause a loss of steering control.(correct by inspecting and replacingdraglink assemblies with lubricated type as necessary).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 73V150000
Reported to NHTSA: July 13, 1973
Filed by: PACCAR, INCORPORATED
Owner notification: September 17, 1973
Vehicles potentially affected: 7,000
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Recall 73V150000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Kenworth Kenworth (1972-1973): 1973, 1972

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