Recall 08V-486: 2008–2009 Kenworth T800, 2008–2009 Kenworth W900 and 2 more
PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 22, 2008, covering about 263 vehicles.
The problem
Paccar is recalling 263 my 2008-2009 kenworth t800, w900 and peterbilt 365 and 384 trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Paccar is working with caterpillar (Please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during september 2008. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 08kwc and peterbilt recall no. 908h.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
| Manufacturer | PACCAR INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V486000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T800 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2009 | All 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-486?
Paccar is recalling 263 my 2008-2009 kenworth t800, w900 and peterbilt 365 and 384 trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
How is recall 08V-486 fixed?
Paccar is working with caterpillar (Please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during september 2008. Owners may contact caterpillar at-1-800-447-4986 or 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.