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Transport Canada Vehicles

1994–1995 Kenworth T800 Aerocab Recall

Issued June 13, 1995
Issue
Hazard description
DEFECT: THE RECLINING SEATS MAY EXPERIENCE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION BETWEEN THE BACK CUSHION AND THE RECLINER HANDLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INCOMPLETE LATCHING OF THE RECLINER MECHANISM. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE THE SEAT BACK TO "RATCHET" REARWARD IF IT IS SUBJECTED TO A QUICKLY APPLIED FORCE WHICH COULD LEAD TO COMPLETE LOSS OF BACK SUPPORT AND CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE VEHICLE CONTROL. CORRECTION: DEFECTIVE SEATS WILL HAVE A NEW RECLINER LATCH SPRING AND HANDLE INSTALLED.
Vehicle
KENWORTH T800 AEROCAB