NHTSA Recall 07V287000: Engine and engine cooling
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 618 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Kenworth T800.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V287000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 607F & 07KWC |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | July 5, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks built with cummins ism c876 engines, the electronic control module fails to recognize inputs of the vehicle electronic control unit or from a driver actuated dash switch thereby increasing the risk of unintended (or unexpected) elevated exhaust temperatures.
Safety risk
While this condition does not involve a risk of fire in the vehicle itself, it could present a fire hazard in a situation where the vehicle's exhaust is in close proximity to materials or substances that can melt, burn, or explode.
Remedy
Cummins, in conjunction with paccar, will conduct the remedy campaign. Cummis will install new ECM software. Owners can contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357, peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Peterbilt recall no. 607f and kenworth recall no. 07kwc.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 07V287000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T800 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 320 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 388 | 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.