Recall 08V-065: 2008 Kenworth C500, 2008 Kenworth T2000 and 13 more

PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Feb 7, 2008, covering about 6,169 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-065
Report date
Feb 7, 2008
Vehicles affected
6,169
Owners notified
Mar 14, 2008

The problem

Paccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth t300, t660, t800, t2000, w900 and c500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. Certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components." the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.

The risk

In the event of a crash, force could cause the rotor to crack and the door would not have primary or secondary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.

The fix

Paccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. The recall began on march 14, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Notes

Kenworth recall no. 08kw1 and peterbilt recall no. 108a.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.

Recall details

ManufacturerPACCAR INCORPORATED
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V065000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth C5002008All years
Kenworth T20002008All years
Kenworth T3002008All years
Kenworth T6602008All years
Kenworth T8002008All years
Kenworth W9002008All years
Peterbilt 3302009All years
Peterbilt 3652008All years
Peterbilt 3672008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 3842008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 3862008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 3872008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 3882008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 3892008, 2009All years
Peterbilt 389K2008, 2009All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-065?

Paccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth t300, t660, t800, t2000, w900 and c500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. Certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components." the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.

How is recall 08V-065 fixed?

Paccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. The recall began on march 14, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.