Vehicle recall 94V096000 · May 20, 1994
1994 Kenworth W900L
The anchor end of the safety belt buckle was incorrectly located, causing the upper torso restraint to be improperly positioned.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The anchor end of the safety belt buckle was incorrectly located, causing the upper torso restraint to be improperly positioned.
- Consequence
- Improper location of the upper torso restraint results in reduced seat occupant protection in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reinstall the seat buckle anchor to properly position the seat and upper torso restraints.
- Notes
- System: interior systems; restraint; belt anchor and attachments.vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with studio sleepers. Note: if your vehicle is not presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact kenworth service center at 1-206-828-5418. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 94V096000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 20, 1994
- Filed by
- PACCAR, INCORPORATED
- Owner notification
- June 10, 1994
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 155
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth W900L (1994): 1994
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