NHTSA Recall 08V314000: Suspension
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,189 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V314000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08KW9 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | July 14, 2008 |
| Owner notification | August 12, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kenworth is recalling 1,189 my 2009 t2000, t600, t660, t800 and w900 trucks. The axle u-bolts attaching the axle to the drive beam on certain ag380 rear suspensions may have received insufficient fastener torque during the installation process.
Safety risk
The insufficient torque may allow the axle u-bolt to loosen if undetected, could impact long term suspension performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will have the axle u-bolt on the affected chassis re-torqued to factory specifications free of charge. The recall began on august 12, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 08kw9.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 08V314000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T2000 | 2009 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2009 |
| Kenworth T660 | 2009 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2009 |
| Kenworth W900 | 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.