Kenworth T300 2008

Model T300 made in 2008 by Kenworth got 1 investigation there are 7 recalls as well as 21 service bulletins. 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, engine and engine cooling and latches/locks/linkages.

Model 2008

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
07V213000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 12/05/2005 to 02/23/2007V (Vehicle)29306/22/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED05/21/200705/21/2007
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryThe 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 SummaryDealers 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.
NotesPaccar/kenworth recall no. 07kw8.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
09V348000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 03/20/2007 to 07/07/2009V (Vehicle)13510/01/2009MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED09/03/200909/03/2009
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling model year 2008-2010 kenworth t300, t270, and t370, model year 2009-2010 t800 and peterbilt model year 2008-2010 335, 340, and 367 vehicles built on cummins' diesel engine. the vehicles may be designed with a hard wired, dash-mounted switch that enables the vehicle operator to inhibit aftertreatment diesel particulate filter regeneration in environments where the operator believes it may be unsafe for elevated exhaust temperatures. due to an issue with the logic in the ecm software in these engines, the switch may not function correctly, leading the operator to believe that the switch is in inhibit mode when it is not.
Consequence SummaryThis condition will permit hot exhaust gases to exit the vehicle tailpipe, increasing the risk of melting or burning of nearby surfaces, or a fire.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with cummins to repair the engines free of charge please see 09e-046. the safety recall began on october 1, 2009. owners may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels (1-800-343-7357).
NotesKenworth recall no. 09kw9 & peterbilt recall no. 909-d.owners may also 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 .
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
08V065000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 10/05/2007 to 12/21/2007V (Vehicle)616903/14/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED02/07/200802/07/2008571206
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth t300, t660, t800, t2000, w900 and c500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, force could cause the rotor to crack and the door would not have primary or secondary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. the recall began on march 14, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kw1 and peterbilt recall no. 108a.customers may 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 ASSEMBLY
07V132000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 11/27/2006 to 02/28/2007V (Vehicle)24505/09/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/22/200703/22/2007
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryIf 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 SummaryDealers 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.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kw4 & peterbilt recall no. 107c.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
07V073000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 05/22/1006 to 11/07/2006V (Vehicle)137704/16/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/02/200703/02/2007571121
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryShould 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 SummaryDealers 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.
NotesPaccar 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
08V002000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 10/02/2007 to 11/09/2007V (Vehicle)279402/22/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED01/08/200801/08/2008571106
Defect SummaryCertain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses. the tubing was manufactured with only four layers of nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.
Consequence SummaryThe diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the air brake hoses and, if necessary, replace the hoses. the recall began on february 22, 2008. owner notification schedule for this campaign. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kwf and peterbilt recall no. 1207l.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
TIB-42-4807/06/201110040167Ready08/16/2011
TIB-42-4807/06/201110040167Paccar: information on premature fan clutch lining wear. *rm08/16/2011
TIB-42-04308/01/201110040166Paccar: information on fan hub bearings inspection and warranty extension due to a higher than normal failure rate. *rm08/16/2011
TIB-42-04308/01/201110040166Ready08/16/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TIB-41-01408/01/201110040165Paccar: there are cooling modules that may have a loose connection at the charge air cooler mounting. *rm08/16/2011
TIB-41-01408/01/201110040165Ready08/16/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
TIB-45-3612/03/200810030410Kenworth: 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. *pe09/29/2009
TIB-45-3511/05/200810028346Kenworth 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. *pe03/25/2009
TIB-45-3411/05/200810028330Kenworth 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-44-1710/23/200810027646Kenworth 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
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
TIB-34-3409/29/200910032664Kenworth 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. *pe04/26/2010
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - CONCEALMENT DEVICES
TIB-34-3409/29/200910032664Kenworth 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. *pe04/26/2010
SEATS
TIB-02-11308/05/201110040036Paccar inc: fire truck seat height specification change. *rm08/12/2011
TIB-02-11308/05/201110040036Ready08/12/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE
13-2506/25/200810025870Kenworth: 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. *pe09/11/2008
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - QUICK RELEASE VALVE
13-2506/25/200810025870Kenworth: 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. *pe09/11/2008
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
TIB-34-03909/01/201110040524Paccar service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. information on the front drive axle speed warning display. *rm09/02/2011
TIB-34-03909/01/201110040524Ready09/02/2011
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
02-10404/30/200810024921Windshield repairs on conventional cabs. all c500's, t300's, t600's, t800's and w900's equipped with curved glass. model year unknown. *nj06/09/2008

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
EA09008PACCAR INCORPORATED05/29/200908/27/2010Horton 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.