Kenworth T300 2007
Model T300 made in 2007 by Kenworth got 3 consumer complains, 1 investigation there are 5 recalls as well as 21 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to steering, visibility. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting and seats. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, fuel system, other and power train.
Model 2007
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V213000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 12/05/2005 to 02/23/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 293 | 06/22/2007 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 05/21/2007 | 05/21/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks equipped with cummins isc or paccar px8 engines, the jumper wire between the grid heater relay to the fuse block has been routed in such a way that the potential exists for it to rub against the radiator support. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The suspect wire is down stream of the fuse; this chaff point could cause the 250 amp charge wire to arc, potentially causing a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the routing of the jumper wire. if the wire is not routed correctly, it will be inspected for rubbing or chaffing and replaced if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 22, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Paccar/kenworth recall no. 07kw8.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V246000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 04/23/2007 to 04/25/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 36 | 06/30/2008 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 06/03/2008 | 06/04/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Paccar is recalling 36 my 2007-2008 t270, t370 and my 207 t300 trucks equipped with dual under-cab fuel tanks and an in-cab battery box (icbb). a harness support bracket mounted on the underside of the cab may come in contact with the fuel line at the top of the fuel splitter valve. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The edge of the bracket may compromise the fuel line causing an interruption in fuel flow, or loss of fuel resulting in compromised vehicle performance or potentially causing a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will re-work the existing icbb cable routing bracket and replace the fuel splitter valve bracket to provide adequate clearance between components. the recall began o june 30, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth recall no. 08kw7.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V107000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 02/06/2002 to 02/26/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 4592 | 05/09/2007 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/16/2007 | 03/16/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | If 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 Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth recall no. 07kw3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V132000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 11/27/2006 to 02/28/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 245 | 05/09/2007 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/22/2007 | 03/22/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and replace the axles free of charge. the recall began on may 9, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kenworth recall no. 07kw4 & peterbilt recall no. 107c.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V073000 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | from 05/22/1006 to 11/07/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 1377 | 04/16/2007 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/02/2007 | 03/02/2007 | 571 | 121 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. the trailer light line may have been routed using too tight of a bend radius. this routing method could cause the wires within the harness plug to be pulled away from the chassis plug resulting in an intermittent or complete electrical power loss to the trailer. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Should power be lost, the electrical circuits would not provide power to the antilock system on the towed vehicle increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reroute the light line to eliminate the excessive bend radius and replace any plug or harness that has been damaged free of charge. the recall began on april 16, 2007. owner may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Paccar recall no. 07kw1.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| TIB-42-043 | 08/01/2011 | 10040166 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-48 | 07/06/2011 | 10040167 | Paccar: information on premature fan clutch lining wear. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-043 | 08/01/2011 | 10040166 | Paccar: information on fan hub bearings inspection and warranty extension due to a higher than normal failure rate. *rm | 08/16/2011 | |
| TIB-42-48 | 07/06/2011 | 10040167 | Ready | 08/16/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 41-10 | 03/05/2008 | 10025309 | Racor heavy duty air intake filter campaign. 201 t300s ordered with sales code 1081300 and built between 01/02/06-12/03/07. *pe | 07/28/2008 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| TIB-45-36 | 12/03/2008 | 10030410 | Kenworth: this is a field campaign to modify the turbocharger oil drain plumbing. model t300, my 12/13/06-07/09/08. csc letter rec'd. *pe | 09/29/2009 | |
| TIB-45-35 | 11/05/2008 | 10028346 | Kenworth trucks: px-8 and cummins isl engine calibration campaign c0844. upgrade engine control software for paccar px 8 and cummins isl engines to enhance performance and reliability. *pe | 03/25/2009 | |
| TIB-45-34 | 11/05/2008 | 10028330 | Kenworth truck: px 6 engine calibration. paccar campaign c0836. to upgrade the engine control software for the paccar px 6 engine to enhance performance and reliability. | 03/24/2009 | |
| TIB-44-17 | 10/23/2008 | 10027646 | Kenworth 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, *pe | 01/27/2009 | |
| 41-9 | 09/03/2008 | 10026545 | Kenworth: the original publication identified chassis with px-8 engines only. px-8 and isc engines-engine warning light on. *pe | 11/07/2008 | |
| 4530 | 08/29/2007 | 10022829 | Collection of dpf and engine part/serial numbers comapaign. *kb | 09/28/2007 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| TIB-44-17 | 10/23/2008 | 10027646 | Kenworth 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, *pe | 01/27/2009 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| TIB-34-34 | 09/29/2009 | 10032664 | Kenworth trucks: headlight moisture repairs. beads of moisture or pooling water visible through the headlight lenses. inspect for missing headlight vent and/or rock shield and repair as necessary. *pe | 04/26/2010 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - CONCEALMENT DEVICES | |||||
| TIB-34-34 | 09/29/2009 | 10032664 | Kenworth trucks: headlight moisture repairs. beads of moisture or pooling water visible through the headlight lenses. inspect for missing headlight vent and/or rock shield and repair as necessary. *pe | 04/26/2010 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| TIB-02-113 | 08/05/2011 | 10040036 | Ready | 08/12/2011 | |
| TIB-02-113 | 08/05/2011 | 10040036 | Paccar inc: fire truck seat height specification change. *rm | 08/12/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE | |||||
| 13-25 | 06/25/2008 | 10025870 | Kenworth: t300 check valve campaign: chassis identified may have been built with an air system single check valve rather than a single check pressure reduction (scpr) valve. *pe | 09/11/2008 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - QUICK RELEASE VALVE | |||||
| 13-25 | 06/25/2008 | 10025870 | Kenworth: t300 check valve campaign: chassis identified may have been built with an air system single check valve rather than a single check pressure reduction (scpr) valve. *pe | 09/11/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE | |||||
| TIB-34-039 | 09/01/2011 | 10040524 | Ready | 09/02/2011 | |
| TIB-34-039 | 09/01/2011 | 10040524 | Paccar service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. information on the front drive axle speed warning display. *rm | 09/02/2011 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| 02-104 | 04/30/2008 | 10024921 | Windshield repairs on conventional cabs. all c500's, t300's, t600's, t800's and w900's equipped with curved glass. model year unknown. *nj | 06/09/2008 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | ||||||
| EA09008 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 05/29/2009 | 08/27/2010 | Horton Fan Hub Failures | ||
| Paccar is conducting an owner notification program (onp) for select vehicles within the subject and peer populations.the onp are attached to the closing report and can be found in the nhtsa technical service bulletin (tsb) database. (tsb: 10033585, 10033584)see closing report for investigation details. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 02/10/2008 | 130000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kenworth t300. while driving approximately 18 mph, the steering wheel locked when a left turn was made. the contact heard an excessively loud noise at the time of the failure. he also experienced difficulty with the steering wheel pulling towards the left. afterwards, the steering wheel released and was operable. the failure occurred without prior warning. the failure recurred on fifteen separate occasions. the vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer on three occasions, but the failure persists. the vehicle has been taken to the authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. the vin was unknown. the failure was mileage 130,000 and current mileage was 149,615. | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 06/27/2008 | 10000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 kenworth t300. when the contact closed the driver's side door while the vehicle was parked, the windshield detached from the body structure. there was no warning prior to the failure. he was very concerned of the safety risk involved and the possibility of the windshield detaching while the vehicle was in motion. the vehicle has not been repaired. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 10,000. the consumer stated the design of the gasket that was suppose to hold the glass to the truck. the windshield was held in place by a large rubber gasket. the consumer believed the manufacturer was looking to cut installation time and cost without developing a new windshield. updated 07/15/08 | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT | ENFIELD | TRI CITY |