NHTSA Recall 09V490000: Steering
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,078 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Kenworth T2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V490000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 09KWB |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | December 23, 2009 |
| Owner notification | January 28, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kenworth is recalling model year 2010 t2000, t800, t660 and w900s trucks manufactured between july 1 and october 23, 2009. The fasteners attaching the steering gear to the front drive bracket may have received insufficient torque during the installation process resulting in less than required clamp load.
Safety risk
The insufficient clamp load may allow the fastener(s) to become loose and fall away from the vehicle resulting in road debris. If multiple fasteners were to become loose, the vehicle steering may wander, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and re-torque the steering gear mounting bolts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 09kwb.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 09V490000
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.