NHTSA Recall 03V168000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 483 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V168000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03KW4/403-C |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 5, 2003 |
| Owner notification | June 18, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Safety risk
If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. Kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. 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 peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Notes
Peterbilt recall no. 403-c/kenworth recall no. 03kw4.also, customers can 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 03V168000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T2000 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Kenworth T300 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2003 |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2003 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2003 |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2003 |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2003 |
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.