NHTSA ID Number: 11028169
Manufacturer Communication Number: 12-001
TSB/Document Date: 2026-02-04
Summary
Vehicles equipped with Watson & Chalin 20K AL2200 lift axles may have crossmember fasteners of incorrect grade.
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TSB/Document ID: 12-001
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MFR Communication Date: 2026-01-08
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version: 12-001
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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Kenworth Truck Company
Customer Service Department
C/O PACCAR Parts
750 Houser Way North
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 828-5888
[Date]
Subject: 12-001: Watson & Chalin 20K AL2200 Lift Axle Crossmember Fasteners
Expiration Date: 01/01/2027
FIELD SERVICE CAMPAIGN
This notice applies to your vehicle(s) with VIN(s) at the bottom or back of this page.
Dear Kenworth Customer,
Kenworth Truck Company has determined that certain T800, T880, W900, and W990 vehicles
built during 10/01/2025 through 10/28/2025 with Watson & Chalin 20K AL2200 lift axles may
have lift axle crossmember fasteners of incorrect grade.
What is the problem?
Lift axle crossmember fasteners may be incorrect grade.
What will your dealer do?
Inspect the lift axle crossmember fasteners and replace them as
required.
What should you do?
Contact your dealer to schedule a repair appointment. This
service may require up to 3 hours of labor.
To locate your nearest dealer please scan the QR code at the top of this letter or use the Dealer
Locator at www.Kenworth.com. When scheduling this service, please refer to campaign 12-001:
Watson & Chalin 20K AL2200 Lift Axle Crossmember Fasteners and the VIN(s) listed in this
letter. There will be no charge to you if completed by 01/01/2027.
If you no longer own the vehicle(s), please send an email to servicebulletins@paccar.com with the
complete VIN(s) and the name and address of the new owner.
We appreciate your attention to this matter and value your loyalty to Kenworth and its dealer
network.
Sincerely,
Kenworth Customer Service
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