Recall 10V212000: 2009–2011 Kenworth C500

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 18, 2010
Vehicles affected
10
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 c500 trucks manufactured from october 24, 2008 through january 13, 2010. During maneuvers with certain combinations of wheel turn, articulation, and bump, the brake chamber can contact the rear hood support.

The risk

The contact can damage the brake chamber leading to a loss of braking function at the affected wheel end, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Kenworth will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Notes

Kenworth's recall number is 10kwc.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
10V212000
Manufacturer campaign
10KWC
Manufacturer
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Owner letters
Jun 8, 2010
Components
Service brakes, air:drum:chamber (Brakes); Structure:body:hood (Body & Structure)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology