NHTSA Recall 07V279000: Engine and engine cooling
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28,968 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V279000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07KWB |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | June 28, 2007 |
| Owner notification | December 14, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c11, c13 or c15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
Safety risk
If the cap becomes dodged in this area, it may result in difficulty steering the vehicle or cause complete steering lock-up increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles. Revised oil cap retention based on the engine model/configuration will be incorporated to prevent steering lock-up. The recall began during december 2007. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 07kwb.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 07V279000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T2000 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2005, 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.