Recall 07V217000: 2007–2008 Kenworth C500

Report received

May 22, 2007

Manufacturer

Paccar incorporated

Potentially affected

61vehicles

Model years

2007–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain trucks, the rear hood mounting brackets can contact the front axle brake chamber during full axle articulation.

Possible consequence

If contact occurs, two possible scenarios may result: (1) the front brake chamber may be damaged to a point resulting in the loss of air or cause sudden full application of one of the brakes on the front axle; or (2) the front brake chamber may be damaged causing a reduction in braking capacity, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the brake chamber and surrounding components for any damage and modify the rear hood support bracket to eliminate the potential for interference. If any brake components is damaged, the dealer will be instructed to replace the components free of charge. The recall began on may 14, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 Kenworth C5001 complaints
• 2008 Kenworth C5000 complaints