Kenworth T600 2006

Model T600 made in 2006 by Kenworth got 1 consumer complain, 2 investigations there are 8 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to suspension. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: electrical system, exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, service brakes, air and steering.

Model 2006

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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
08V487000PACCAR INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)488309/18/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED09/23/200809/25/2008
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassis.
Consequence SummaryA vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the dpf on the roadway.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e041). owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kwd and peterbilt recall no. 908g.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
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.
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
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
06V461000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 10/02/2006 to 10/27/2006V (Vehicle)8611/29/2006MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED11/30/200611/30/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, an ra529 king pin release air valve was manufactured with the internal spool installed backwards. this results in the air option of the king pin release system being inoperable. to correct this situation, the vehicle's air lines were reversed rather than replacing the valve.
Consequence SummaryWith the lines reversed, the king pin can be released without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryKenworth will inspect the king pin release system and suspect valve. if any vehicles have a nonconforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. the recall began on november 29, 2006. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
NotesKenworth recall no. 06kw3.customers may also 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

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE08011PACCAR INCORPORATED02/08/200805/05/2008TRAILER LIGHT PLUG FAILURE08V190000
 The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation of kenworth products based on their field communication tib # 34-31.kenworth introduced the qcs ii sta-dry trailer cable in may 2006.the technical information bulletin stemmed from field feedback that indicated a flexibility problem with the qcs ii cable connection, which could result in a loss of lighting to the trailer.odi believes a loss of lighting would adversely affect the trailer's visibility. further, the resulting loss of brake lights is inherently critical to highway safety, day or night.kenworth has upgraded the tib repair to a safety recall.kenworth dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the back of the qcs ii molded boot and the frame bracket, thus providing abetter cable connection. the defect notification was submitted on 4/25/08 (copy attached).trailers built between may 24 and november 21, 2006 (model year 2007 trailers) will be remedied.the population to be remedied is 3,573 in the united states.this investigation is closed.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
PE08011PACCAR INCORPORATED02/08/200805/05/2008TRAILER LIGHT PLUG FAILURE08V190000
 The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation of kenworth products based on their field communication tib # 34-31.kenworth introduced the qcs ii sta-dry trailer cable in may 2006.the technical information bulletin stemmed from field feedback that indicated a flexibility problem with the qcs ii cable connection, which could result in a loss of lighting to the trailer.odi believes a loss of lighting would adversely affect the trailer's visibility. further, the resulting loss of brake lights is inherently critical to highway safety, day or night.kenworth has upgraded the tib repair to a safety recall.kenworth dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the back of the qcs ii molded boot and the frame bracket, thus providing abetter cable connection. the defect notification was submitted on 4/25/08 (copy attached).trailers built between may 24 and november 21, 2006 (model year 2007 trailers) will be remedied.the population to be remedied is 3,573 in the united states.this investigation is closed.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION - FRONT
01/03/200795000103/09/2006
 Front axle was over weight by 800 lbs. it was 1200 lbs overweight without a trlr and full of fuel. kenworth refuses to accept responsibility for it. chp issued a ticket and i was fined $161 as a result. vehicle was improperly manufactured. *jb

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
OHPERRYSBURGWHITEFORD KENWORTH