NHTSA Recall 09V166000: Disc (service brakes)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 140 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kenworth T170.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V166000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09KW3 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DISC |
| Report received | May 19, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 15, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Paccar is recalling 140 my 2005, 2007-2009 t800, w900, and t660 trucks. The caliper mounting fasteners attaching the air disc brake caliper assembly to the torque plate may have received insufficient torque during the installation process. The insufficient torque may allow the air disc brake caliper assembly to become loose and possibly separate from the vehicle.
Safety risk
This could result in reduced braking capacity and also a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect air disc brake caliper assemblies and replace the caliper mounting fasteners and torque properly. This service will be performed free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 09kw3.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V166000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T170 | 2008 |
| Kenworth T660 | 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2005, 2007, 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.