NHTSA Recall 18V657000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 48,896 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Kenworth C500.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V657000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18E081 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | September 21, 2018 |
| Owner notification | November 21, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Kenworth C500, T600, T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks, as well as Peterbilt 367, 386, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks, equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Safety risk
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel pump cooling circuit screen, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18E081.
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 18V657000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T600 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T660 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T680 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 587 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.