NHTSA Recall 07V132000: Axle assembly (power train)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 245 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Kenworth T300.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V132000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07KW4 & 107C |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 22, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.
Safety risk
If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the axles free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 07kw4 & peterbilt recall no. 107c.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 07V132000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T300 | 2007, 2008 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2007, 2008 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2007, 2008 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 320 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2005, 2007 |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2007, 2008 |
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.