Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V332000 Reported July 16, 2012

Upper bunk restraint buckle

Q: What is recall 12V332000?

NHTSA recall 12V332000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on July 16, 2012. It addresses: Upper bunk restraint buckle. The recall affects approximately 21 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Paccar Incorporated · N/A · 21 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12V332000

Manufacturer Campaign

12KWD/12KWE

Manufacturer

Paccar Incorporated

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 16, 2012

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling certain model year 2013 kenworth t680 vehicles, manufactured from january 19, 2012, through may 15, 2012. the upper bunk restraint belt and buckle assembly may be less than the specified strength.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash or sudden vehicle deceleration, an unexpected unlatching of the upper bunk restraint harness buckle could occur, increasing the risk of personal injury to an occupant.

Corrective Action

Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper bunk restraints in the affected vehicles. the safety recall began on august 20, 2012. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 12V332000 or campaign 12KWD/12KWE.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 12V332000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V332000?

NHTSA recall 12V332000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on July 16, 2012. It addresses: Upper bunk restraint buckle. The recall affects approximately 21 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V332000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12KWD/12KWE. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.