NHTSA Recall 16V362000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 355 vehicles. It affects 2016 Kenworth W900.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V362000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16KWA |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | May 26, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 13, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth W900 trucks manufactured May 19, 2015, to December 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have a temporary loss of headlights when being switched from low beam to high beam mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
A loss of headlights while switching to high beams will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth's number for this recall is 16KWA.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V362000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth W900 | 2016 |
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.