Kenworth T300 2003

Model T300 made in 2003 by Kenworth got 5 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and exterior lighting.

Model 2003

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
04V169000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 09/01/2002 to 02/09/2004V (Vehicle)258605/11/2004MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED04/02/200404/14/2004
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or 3126e 2002 engines and horton fan hubs, the fan hub mounting bolts can fail, resulting in the hub and fan assembly separating from the engine. this loss of clamp load causes unwanted vibration in the assembly that leads to bolt failure.
Consequence SummaryIf the bolts fail, the complete hub and fan assembly could separate from the engine resulting in equipment damage and/or personal injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new journal bracket. the recall began may 11, 2004. owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworthrecall no. 03kw9.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
03V045000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 05/23/2002 to 02/14/2003V (Vehicle)989003/14/2003MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED02/13/200302/13/2003571121 & 108
Defect SummaryCertain trucks equipped with trailer connections fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 121,
Consequence SummaryThis could cause an electrical short and/or possible fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install the missing grommet on all affected chassis. if a connector is found defective, it will be replaced with a new connector. owner notification is began on march 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 03kw1. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
07V107000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 02/06/2002 to 02/26/2007V (Vehicle)459205/09/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/16/200703/16/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly.
Consequence SummaryIf any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into neutral when left in drive with the parking brake set engaged. the vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the affected vehicles to ensure the auto neutral feature functions properly and, if needed, will make the necessary repairs free of charge. the recall began on may 9, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kw3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - AXLE HUBS
03V288000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 04/07/2003 to 04/18/2003V (Vehicle)13209/17/2003MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED08/06/200308/07/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy duty trucks, the locking tab that locks the outer spindle nut onto the spindle was not engaged or properly bent over.
Consequence SummaryFailure to properly engage the locking feature into the nut could cause the nut to loosen which will eventually cause the wheel bearing to over heat and fail if undetected. if the loose nut is not detected, the outer end (tire, wheel and hub assembly) could become separated from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the hubs to determine if the locking tabs are properly bent. if the locking tabs are not bent, then dealers will inspect the appropriate components for premature wear and replace such components as required and properly secure the retaining nut by bending over the locking tab. owner notification began september 17, 2003. owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesKenworth recall no. 03kw8/peterbilt recall no. 803-d.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
03V168000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 07/18/2001 to 05/15/2003V (Vehicle)48306/18/2003MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED05/05/200305/15/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Consequence SummaryIf left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
NotesPeterbilt recall no. 403-c/kenworth recall no. 03kw4.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
TIB-44-1710/23/200810027646Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe01/27/2009
41-909/03/200810026545Kenworth: the original publication identified chassis with px-8 engines only. px-8 and isc engines-engine warning light on. *pe11/07/2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
TIB-44-1710/23/200810027646Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe01/27/2009