NHTSA Recall 07V090000: Service brakes, air
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 65 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V090000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07KW2 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | March 9, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain trucks fail to comply with the brake timing regulatory requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the brake valve was moved to the opposite rail, increasing the length of the air line, which in turn increased the wheelbase requiring a dual relay valve system. The vehicles were manufactured with a single valve system.
Safety risk
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.
Remedy
Dealers will convert the single relay valve to a dual relay valve system free of charge. The recall began on may 21, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 07kw2.customers may 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 07V090000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth T2000 | 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2006, 2007 |
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.