NHTSA Recall 04V606000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 55 vehicles. It affects 2004 Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V606000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04KW9 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH |
| Report received | December 23, 2004 |
| Owner notification | January 23, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, a locking tab in the hood lock cylinder was improperly located preventing the cylinder lock from engaging. The hood lock cylinder is designed to support the hood once it is raised for access to the engine compartment.
Safety risk
If the lock does not engage this could result in the hood closing without warning, increasing the risk of injury to someone working under the hood.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hood lock cylinder and remove and replace any defective hood lock cylinders. The recall began january 23, 2005. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 04kw9.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Vehicles covered by recall 04V606000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T2000 | 2004 |
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.