NHTSA Recall 08V065000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,169 vehicles. It affects 15 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V065000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08KW1/108A |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | February 7, 2008 |
| Owner notification | March 14, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Paccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth t300, t660, t800, t2000, w900 and c500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. Certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components." the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, force could cause the rotor to crack and the door would not have primary or secondary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.
Remedy
Paccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. The recall began on march 14, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 08kw1 and peterbilt recall no. 108a.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 08V065000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2008 |
| Kenworth T2000 | 2008 |
| Kenworth T300 | 2008 |
| Kenworth T660 | 2008 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2008 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 330 | 2009 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2008, 2009 |
| Peterbilt 389K | 2008, 2009 |
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.