NHTSA Recall 05V084000: Engine and engine cooling
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 39 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth T800.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V084000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05KW1 & 305-A |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | March 4, 2005 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2005 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Safety risk
Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the suspected defective parts free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2004. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes
Kenworth's recall no. 05kw1 & peterbilt's no. 305-a.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V084000
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.