NHTSA Recall 10V212000: Chamber (service brakes) and hood (structure)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2009–2011 Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V212000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10KWC |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DRUM › CHAMBER; STRUCTURE › BODY › HOOD |
| Report received | May 18, 2010 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 c500 trucks manufactured from october 24, 2008 through january 13, 2010. During maneuvers with certain combinations of wheel turn, articulation, and bump, the brake chamber can contact the rear hood support.
Safety risk
The contact can damage the brake chamber leading to a loss of braking function at the affected wheel end, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth's recall number is 10kwc.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 10V212000
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.