Kenworth T600 2005

Model T600 made in 2005 by Kenworth got 5 consumer complains there are 8 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, service brakes, air and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, structure and visibility. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, service brakes, air and steering.

Model 2005

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
05V570000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 04/09/2003 to 12/14/2005V (Vehicle)3099504/17/2006ODIPACCAR INCORPORATED12/22/200512/22/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Consequence SummaryThe oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Corrective SummaryCaterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesKenworth recall no. 05kw7 and peterbilt recall no. 1205e.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
07V279000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 08/08/2004 to 11/13/2006V (Vehicle)2896812/14/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED06/28/200706/28/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c11, c13 or c15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
Consequence SummaryIf the cap becomes dodged in this area, it may result in difficulty steering the vehicle or cause complete steering lock-up increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles. revised oil cap retention based on the engine model/configuration will be incorporated to prevent steering lock-up. the recall began during december 2007. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kwb.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
09V239000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 04/23/2003 to 09/17/2008V (Vehicle)342307/20/2009MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED06/30/200906/29/2009
Defect SummaryKenworth is recalling 3,423 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800,t600, w900 and t660 vehicles. increased brake excitation in a certain vehicle configuration which includes bendix drum brakes, wide base low profile single tires, and an ag400 or ag460 rear suspension, due to its unique brake clocking and cam tube length, can cause fatigue and cracking to brake assembly components.
Consequence SummaryCracking can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could increase stopping distance and decrease parking brake hold capability.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the rear axle brakes assembly, replace cracked rear axle brakes assembly components where required, and install cam tube support brackets on all rear axle wheel ends free of charge. the recall is expected to begin or before july 25, 2009. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesPaccar recall no. 09kw7.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 .
STEERING
05V543000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 07/01/2004 to 11/15/2005V (Vehicle)24112/07/2005MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED11/29/200511/29/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with the bendix electronic stability control (esp) system, the system uses multiple sensors and an electronic control unit (ecu) to control vehicle under steer, over-steer, and rollover situations. the system relies on vehicle sensors to be functioning and aligned properly. the steering angle sensor has the potential to be misaligned with the steering column shaft, thereby providing incorrect information to the bendix ecu.
Consequence SummaryThis condition could affect vehicle throttle control and braking, thereby leading to loss of vehicle steering control which could cause a crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryBecause of the immediate and substantial risk, kenworth and peterbilt dealers will first deactivate the yaw control feature of the bendix esp system preventing inadvertent esp activation. when parts are available, the steering column will be replaced to insure proper alignment of the steering shaft sensor and the full esp system will be reactivated. the recall began on december 7, 2005. parts to complete the remedy are estimated to be available in early 2006. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
NotesKenworth recall no. 05kw6 and peterbilt recall no. 1105d. customers 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.
SUSPENSION
05V189000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/2004 to 12/31/2004V (Vehicle)102606/10/2005MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED04/28/200504/29/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the suspension has transverse beam castings that may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Consequence SummaryThis could cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2005, with letters being mailed to peterbilt owners; and on june 17, 2005, for kenworth owners. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
NotesPeterbilt recall no. 405-b and kenworth recall no. 05kw3.customers 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.
08V485000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 07/07/2003 to 09/11/2008V (Vehicle)13001/26/2009MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED09/24/200809/24/2008
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 130 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800, t600, w900 and t660 kenworth trucks built with an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires (super singles). these vehicles may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle movement. this movement may cause part or parts of the brake assembly (brake cam tube support, brake chamber bracket, brake chamber, brake spider) to develop fatigue cracks, possibly resulting in the failure of the part or parts within the brake assembly.
Consequence SummaryA failure may reduce vehicle brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install the cam tube support brackets on all of the rear axle wheel ends. inspect the rear axle brake assembly and replace it if cracked. the recall is expected to begin during november 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kwb. 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.
SUSPENSION - REAR
05V237000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 12/06/2004 to 05/13/2005V (Vehicle)85006/30/2005MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED05/19/200505/25/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks and tractors equipped with airglide high-articulation rear suspensions, the c65-1006 sway bar used in this rear suspension may experience a reduction in fatigue life due to either a manufacturing process or a high induced stress during an extreme suspension articulation event.
Consequence SummaryBoth of these conditions can lead to a failure of the sway bar which could cause the rear axle to come loose, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryThe inspection and repair of these vehicles will depend on the type of vehicle (tractor or truck) and the intended service application. this inspection and repair criteria will be forthcoming. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 05kw4.customers 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.
TRAILER HITCHES
07V269000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 08/09/2004 to 05/04/2007V (Vehicle)957109/04/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED06/26/200706/26/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch.
Consequence SummaryIf the tow hitch assembly fails while a vehicle is being towed or lifted, it may cause an accident that could result in personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the tow pin assembly free of charge. the recall began on september 4, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesPeterbilt recall no.507e and kenworth recall no. 07kwa.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
45-3206/25/200810025307Oil fill support bracket campaign. an assembly process may have resulted in omitting an oil tube support bracket. original publication 6/11/2008. csc was received. *pe07/28/2008
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
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
STRUCTURE
522010/05/200510017693New interior diagnostic tips. the kenworth new cab interior introduced in 2005 has many performance features that are different. kenworth. *tt11/18/2005
VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR
029608/02/200610020301Stainless steel mirror bracket - mirror adjustment angle correction. customers have complained that they cannot adjust their mirror(s) to the desired position, even after adjusting the mirror head to the end of the bracket slot(s). *tt09/12/2006

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
07/07/20051210005012/31/2004
 Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kenworth t600. while driving 45 mph, the vehicle overheated. the contact was able to drive the vehicle approximately 15 to 20 minutes later. the failure usually occurs when driving uphill. the dealer repaired the vehicle 6 or 7 times. the radiator, fan, and sensors were replaced. the contact had to pay the labor fees for each repair. the temperature warning lights illuminated. the current cost to repair the vehicle is $20,000. the dealer stated that both the head gasket and engine have failed. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the contact can provide an invoice. the # of cylinders, powertrain, and fuel system were unknown. the current mileage is 530,000 and failure mileage was 121,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
10/18/20095100001
 09v239000 recall repair was made to my 2005 kenworth t600, but the welding that was performed to connect the support brackets to the axle have fully cracked and seperated,mechanics at kenworth dealerships are not certified welders,the chicken !@#$%
10/30/20095117611
 2005 kenworth t600 last 8 of vin 099664 air brake chamber mounting bracket failed/cracked in half,brake chamber hanging by hoses only, driver side rear axle. *tr
11/15/2007360000
 Tl*- the contact owns a 2005 kenworth t600. the contact stated that he experiences increase stopping distances and decreased parking brake hold capability. he then received recall notice # 09v239000 (service brakes, air). however he has already paid an expense of $2500.00 to replace various braking components, and yet the failures have not been properly remedied. the failure mileage was 360,000. the current mileage was 690,000.
STRUCTURE
10/18/20095100001
 09v239000 recall repair was made to my 2005 kenworth t600, but the welding that was performed to connect the support brackets to the axle have fully cracked and seperated,mechanics at kenworth dealerships are not certified welders,the chicken !@#$%

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
CABAKERSFIELD93308CENTRAL CALIFORNIA KENWORTH6613232931