NHTSA Recall 00V026000: Quick release valve (service brakes)
PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,268 vehicles. It affects 1999–2000 Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V026000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00KW01 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › QUICK RELEASE VALVE |
| Report received | February 1, 2000 |
| Owner notification | February 29, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with brake valves manufactured by honeywell bendix. The orientation and location of the brake valve is such that water can get into the valve through a vent in the valve. The water will contaminate the air system and could freeze the brake valve.
Safety risk
If frozen, the operator will not be able to modulate the brake forces with the brake pedal.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the air brake system and modifications will be made to the brake valve.
Notes
Owner notification began february 29, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kenworth at1-206-828-5000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V026000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.