NHTSA Recall 08V099000: Slack adjusters (service brakes)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V099000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08KW2 & 208C |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SLACK ADJUSTERS |
| Report received | March 4, 2008 |
| Owner notification | March 21, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2005-2007 kenworth c500, t800, w900, and peterbilt models 357 and 379 tractor trailers equipped with fabco slack adjusters on sisu axles. The slack adjusters may fail as a result of a fatigue crack rendering the slack adjuster inoperative. This could reduce braking effectiveness.
Safety risk
Reduction in braking capacity could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the slack adjusters free of charge. The recall began on march 21, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 08kw2 and peterbilt recall no. 208c.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 08V099000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 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.