Recall 08V-487: 2006–2009 Kenworth T2000, 2006–2009 Kenworth T600 and 11 more
PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 23, 2008, covering about 4,883 vehicles.
The problem
Paccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. Inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (Dpf) bracket could result in separation of the DPF from the chassis.
The risk
A vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the DPF on the roadway.
The fix
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (Please see 08e041). 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. 08kwd and peterbilt recall no. 908g.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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V487000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T2000 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Kenworth T600 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Kenworth T660 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 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-487?
Paccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. Inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (Dpf) bracket could result in separation of the DPF from the chassis.
How is recall 08V-487 fixed?
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (Please see 08e041). 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.