NHTSA Recall 08V190000: Fifth wheel assembly (trailer hitches)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,573 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V190000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08KW6 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES › FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 25, 2008 |
| Owner notification | May 30, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Paccar is recalling 3,573 my 2007 kenworth c500, t800, t600, t2000, and w900 chassis built with phillips qcs ii trailer cable connection and trailer cable mounting bracket with 'u-shaped' cut out. Certain trailer cable mounting brackets have a 'u-shaped' cut out that only partially supports the trailer cable connection. Partial support of the cable connection may allow the molded boot and electrical ground pin to partially or completely pull away from the 7-way socket. Partial or complete detachment of the cable connection can cause reduced water resistance and potential loss of electrical ground. There is also a possibility the trailer lights may fail to illuminate without the operator's knowledge.
Safety risk
If this condition were to occur, other motorists may not be warned of the tractor/trailer movements, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the flexible back of the qcs ii molded boot and the frame bracket, and reattach the supporting bolts. The recall began on may may 30, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 08kw6.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 08V190000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2007 |
| Kenworth T2000 | 2007 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2007 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2007 |
| Kenworth W900 | 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.