NHTSA Recall 05V570000: Engine and engine cooling
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30,995 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V570000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05KW7 & 1205E |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | December 22, 2005 |
| Owner notification | April 17, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Safety risk
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Remedy
Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 05kw7 and peterbilt recall no. 1205e.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 05V570000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Kenworth T2000 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.