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Tech Updates SAFETY RECALLS PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T470 and T800 trucks manufactured Jan. 1, 2013, through Jan. 22, 2013. A parameter in the Electronic Service Analysis (ESA) tool was mistakenly switched to disable the start-ingear protection feature. Because of this, the vehicle may be started when the transmission is in gear. If the vehicle is started while it is in gear, it may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 International brand ProStar and TranStar commercial trucks, manufactured from Aug. 1, 2011, through July 10, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501, 0504504, or 04EWM. The brake S-Cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture. Brake assembly fractures may result in an inoperative brake on the affected The following are safety recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: wheel. This will cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during breaking and/or increase the stopping distance. Either result may increase the risk of a vehicle crash. Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied. Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the vehicle's stopping distance may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. The absence of a slip-resistant surface could cause a person to slip and become injured while climbing into or out of the cab. Vermeer Manufacturing Company is recalling certain model year 20122013 R9X12T trailers manufactured May 25, 2012, through May 3, 2013. The air-brake booster valve was installed incorrectly, allowing the brake application time to exceed the permissable amount. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "Air Brake Systems." The extra brake application time may result in extended stopping distances, increasing the risk of crash. Spartan Motors, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 K2, K3, and MM motor homes manufactured March 2, 2012, through July 30, 2012 and equipped with a 1660 independent front suspension supplied by Reyco Granning. The motor homes may have incorrect wheel bearings installed in the front suspension. Incorrect wheel bearings may cause the vehicle to pull to one side and with continued use, there is a risk of a fire starting at the wheel. Spartan Motors Chassis, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Metro Star and Gladiator emergency vehicles manufactured Aug. 7, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Due to electrical signal fluctuations, the circuits in the restraints control module may become damaged. If damaged, the airbag or seat belt pretensioner may inadvertently deploy. If the seatbelt pretensioner or the air bag inadvertently deploys while driving, it may result in personal injury or increase the risk of a crash. SLACK ADJUSTER REPAIR KIT Engineered INNOVATIVE REPAIR SOLUTION FOR POPULAR TRAILER BRAKE SLACK ADJUSTERS. ELIMINATES THE NEED TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE SLACK ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY. BEFORE AFTER WORN TAB CAUSED BY LOCATOR PIN FRICTION DORMAN'S SLACK ADJUSTER REPAIR KIT COMPLETELY REPAIRS WORN TAB FROM THIS... TO THIS IN 10 MINUTES OR LESS! reduce repair cost 924-5003 Fits all trailers with Haldex style ABA and S-ABA Slack Adjusters Patent pending. SCAN NOW SIGN UP FOR NEW PRODUCT ALERTS Designed to align over worn locator tab and bushing area without replacing entire Slack Adjuster, SAVING TIME AND MONEY. CONTACT YOUR HEAVY DUTY PARTS DISTRIBUTOR FOR COMPLETE DETAILS www.DORMANHDSOLUTIONS.com Text INFO to 205-289-3544 or visit www.tpsdigital.com/info 74506 - TruckPartsAds-7-3.indd 2 Untitled-19 1 W W W . T R U C K PA R T S A N D S E R V I C E . C O M TPS0813PG013_Tech Updates.indd 13 7/18/2013 8:51:22 AM 7/18/13 2:11 PM A u g u s t 2 0 1 3 | T R U C K PA R T S & S E R V I C E 13 7/23/13 8:16 AM