Truck may start while in gear
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2011-2014 model year kenworth t440 vehicles manufactured march 10, 2010, through september 23, 2013 and equipped with allison transmissions, cummins westport isl-g engines, and namux2 software. In the affected vehicles, the engine harness may have been installed incorrectly rendering the neutral start interlock inoperable.
Safety Consequence
If the engine harness is installed incorrectly, the truck may be able to be started with the transmission in gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the connection on the engine harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by early march 2014. Customers may contact paccar at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's number for this recall is 14kwa.
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FAQ: Recall 14V008000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V008000?
NHTSA recall 14V008000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on January 14, 2014. It addresses: Truck may start while in gear. The recall affects approximately 85 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V008000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14KWA. 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.