Recall 09V-258: 2009 Kenworth T2000, 2009 Kenworth T660 and 9 more

PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 8, 2009, covering about 2,096 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-258
Report date
Jul 8, 2009
Vehicles affected
2,096
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2009

The problem

Paccar is recalling 2,096 my 2009 kenworth and peterbilt vehicles equipped with trw steering shafts. Mislocation of a circumferential weld may allow the splined tube and non-splined tube to rotate relative to one another during a low speed, high torque turn, possibly resulting in a separation of the two tubes.

The risk

A separation of the splined and non-splined tubes could cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the steering shaft using a weld placement gauge and miswelded steering shaft will be replaced free of charge. The recall began july 31, 2009. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Notes

Kenworth recall no. 09kw8 & peterbilt recall no. 609-c.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> .

Recall details

ManufacturerPACCAR INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Column
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V258000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth T20002009All years
Kenworth T6602009All years
Kenworth T8002009All years
Kenworth W9002009All years
Peterbilt 3652009All years
Peterbilt 3672009All years
Peterbilt 3842009All years
Peterbilt 3862009All years
Peterbilt 3872009All years
Peterbilt 3882009All years
Peterbilt 3892009All 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 09V-258?

Paccar is recalling 2,096 my 2009 kenworth and peterbilt vehicles equipped with trw steering shafts. Mislocation of a circumferential weld may allow the splined tube and non-splined tube to rotate relative to one another during a low speed, high torque turn, possibly resulting in a separation of the two tubes.

How is recall 09V-258 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the steering shaft using a weld placement gauge and miswelded steering shaft will be replaced free of charge. The recall began july 31, 2009. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and 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.