NHTSA Recall 03V285000: Fuses and circuit breakers (electrical system)

PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on August 5, 2003, covering an estimated 117 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth T600.

117

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

2003

owners notified (September 16)

NHTSA campaign	03V285000
Manufacturer campaign	03KW7
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Report received	August 5, 2003
Owner notification	September 16, 2003
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

On certain heavy duty trucks, the main cab wiring harness was incorrectly connected to the 50 amp circuit breaker instead of the 135 amp breaker.

Safety risk

Not provided.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and the wiring will be corrected if necessary. Owner notification began september 16, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

Notes

Kenworth recall no. 03kw7.customers can 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 03V285000

Make and model	Model years
Kenworth T600	2002, 2003
Kenworth T800	2002, 2003
Kenworth W900	2002, 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.