2005 KENWORTH W900 Recalls (9)

Campaign:
05V084000 on 03/10/2005
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
11/10/2002 - 08/12/2003
Affected:
39
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Consequence:
Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the suspected defective parts free of charge. the recall began on april 4, 2004. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes:
Kenworth's recall no. 05kw1 & peterbilt's no. 305-a.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
05V189000 on 04/28/2005
Component:
Suspension
Manufactured:
12/31/2003 - 12/30/2004
Affected:
1,026
Defect:
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the suspension has transverse beam castings that may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Consequence:
This could cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2005, with letters being mailed to peterbilt owners; and on june 17, 2005, for kenworth owners. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes:
Peterbilt recall no. 405-b and kenworth recall no. 05kw3.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
05V237000 on 05/24/2005
Component:
Suspension:rear
Manufactured:
12/05/2004 - 05/12/2005
Affected:
850
Defect:
On certain trucks and tractors equipped with airglide high-articulation rear suspensions, the c65-1006 sway bar used in this rear suspension may experience a reduction in fatigue life due to either a manufacturing process or a high induced stress during an extreme suspension articulation event.
Consequence:
Both of these conditions can lead to a failure of the sway bar which could cause the rear axle to come loose, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
The inspection and repair of these vehicles will depend on the type of vehicle (tractor or truck) and the intended service application. this inspection and repair criteria will be forthcoming. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 05kw4.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
05V570000 on 12/21/2005
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
04/08/2003 - 12/13/2005
Affected:
30,995
Defect:
On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Consequence:
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Correction:
Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 05kw7 and peterbilt recall no. 1205e.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V107000 on 03/15/2007
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
02/05/2002 - 02/25/2007
Affected:
4,592
Defect:
On certain trucks, the wiring, parts, or transmission programming required for the auto neutral feature to function as designed were either not installed, connected, or programmed properly.
Consequence:
If any of these conditions exists, the transmission will not automatically shift into neutral when left in drive with the parking brake set engaged. the vehicle could move without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the affected vehicles to ensure the auto neutral feature functions properly and, if needed, will make the necessary repairs free of charge. the recall began on may 9, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 07kw3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V099000 on 03/03/2008
Component:
Service brakes, air:slack adjusters
Manufactured:
09/06/2004 - 01/18/2008
Affected:
130
Defect:
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2005-2007 kenworth c500, t800, w900, and peterbilt models 357 and 379 tractor trailers equipped with fabco slack adjusters on sisu axles. the slack adjusters may fail as a result of a fatigue crack rendering the slack adjuster inoperative. this could reduce braking effectiveness.
Consequence:
Reduction in braking capacity could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the slack adjusters free of charge. the recall began on march 21, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 08kw2 and peterbilt recall no. 208c.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V485000 on 09/23/2008
Component:
Suspension
Manufactured:
07/06/2003 - 09/10/2008
Affected:
130
Defect:
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800, t600, w900 and t660 kenworth trucks built with an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires (super singles). these vehicles may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle movement. this movement may cause part or parts of the brake assembly (brake cam tube support, brake chamber bracket, brake chamber, brake spider) to develop fatigue cracks, possibly resulting in the failure of the part or parts within the brake assembly.
Consequence:
A failure may reduce vehicle brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will install the cam tube support brackets on all of the rear axle wheel ends. inspect the rear axle brake assembly and replace it if cracked. the recall is expected to begin during november 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 08kwb. customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09V166000 on 05/18/2009
Component:
Service brakes, air:disc
Manufactured:
02/04/2005 - 12/14/2008
Affected:
140
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.
Consequence:
This could result in reduced braking capacity and also a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
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> .
Campaign:
09V239000 on 06/28/2009
Component:
Service brakes, air
Manufactured:
04/22/2003 - 09/16/2008
Affected:
3,423
Defect:
Kenworth is recalling 3,423 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800,t600, w900 and t660 vehicles. increased brake excitation in a certain vehicle configuration which includes bendix drum brakes, wide base low profile single tires, and an ag400 or ag460 rear suspension, due to its unique brake clocking and cam tube length, can cause fatigue and cracking to brake assembly components.
Consequence:
Cracking can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could increase stopping distance and decrease parking brake hold capability.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the rear axle brakes assembly, replace cracked rear axle brakes assembly components where required, and install cam tube support brackets on all rear axle wheel ends free of charge. the recall is expected to begin or before july 25, 2009. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Notes:
Paccar recall no. 09kw7.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> .

2005 KENWORTH W900 TSBs (12)

Bulletin:
5220
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
New interior diagnostic tips. the kenworth new cab interior introduced in 2005 has many performance features that are different. kenworth. *tt
Bulletin:
0297
Component:
162810 structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Severe service hood support misadjustment. the tubular bracket in the severe service hood support system may crack or break in the weld at the hood support pad attachment if the support pads are adjusted too high on the tubular bracket.
Bulletin:
0296
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Stainless steel mirror bracket - mirror adjustment angle correction. customers have complained that they cannot adjust their mirror(s) to the desired position, even after adjusting the mirror head to the end of the bracket slot(s). *tt
Bulletin:
0294
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
W900l hood rib cracks. kenworth. *tt
Bulletin:
43-12
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Kenworth service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. kenworth (paccar co): clean gas induction (cgi) flex pipe inspections. chassis with caterpillar 2007 emissions compliant engines, c9, c13 or c15, should have the cgi
Bulletin:
TIB-44-17
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe
Bulletin:
TIB-41-12
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Kenworth trucks: the inlet pipe connections for isx engines. the kenworth air inlet pipe to the isx turbo may become detached. chassis affected t2000, t800, and w900. model years unknown. *pe
Bulletin:
TIB-43-14
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Kenworth chassis service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. clean gas induction (cgi) gasket campaign. csc letter was received. chassis models affected t2000, t660,t800 and w900. model years 2005-08 *pe
Bulletin:
TIB-E-009
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Paccar: a software update is causing the check engine light to come on. *rm
Bulletin:
TIB-E011
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Paccar: engineering standards have changed and there are now engines with heat treated bolts. *rm
Bulletin:
TIB-E-055
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Kenworth: oil collection at cac intake pipe is caused by an imbalance in turbocharger pressures. models t660, t800, t700, and w900. *pe
Bulletin:
TIB-13-040
Component:
023000 suspension:multiple axle
Summary:
Kenworth: some trucks failed to meet company standards for air volume lift axle and the company will increase air volume for worthwhile improvement to exceed government fmvss 121. model t800, w900. *pe see document search butt

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