Vehicle recall 93V172000 · October 25, 1993

Kenworth W900B and W900L

These trucks do not have the proper cutout in the front drop rail section of the frame rail.

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

Summary: These trucks do not have the proper cutout in the front drop rail section of the frame rail. Without the proper cutout, the steering driveline grease fitting will interfere with the flange of the chassis rail.
Consequence: Steering driveline interference would prevent propersteering control. The condition can result in loss of steering capability.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper cutout and adequate clearance with the grease fitting. If adequate clearance does not exist, a cutout will be added to the drop rail.
Notes: System: steering; linkages.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with a forward mounted SHEPPARDM100 steering gear.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 93V172000
Reported to NHTSA: October 25, 1993
Filed by: PACCAR, INCORPORATED
Owner notification: December 20, 1993
Vehicles potentially affected: 500
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Linkages

Recall 93V172000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Kenworth W900B (1991-1993): 1993, 1992, 1991
Kenworth W900L (1991-1993): 1993, 1992, 1991

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