Recall 10V-308: 2008–2010 Kenworth C500, 2008–2010 Kenworth T2000 and 10 more
PACCAR INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jul 2, 2010, covering about 9,697 vehicles.
The problem
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 trucks equipped with trw steering shafts. The circumferential weld around the steering shaft tube that welds the splined tube to the non-splined tube may be mislocated. Mislocation of the 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 would cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering shaft using a weld placement gauge provided by trw. Any steering shaft found to have been welded improperly will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on july 30, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Notes
Kenworth's recall campaign number is 10kw-f & peterbilt recall no. 0610-d. 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
| Manufacturer | PACCAR INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Column |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V308000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Kenworth T2000 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Kenworth T660 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 384 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2008, 2009, 2010 | 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 10V-308?
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 trucks equipped with trw steering shafts. The circumferential weld around the steering shaft tube that welds the splined tube to the non-splined tube may be mislocated. Mislocation of the 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 10V-308 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the steering shaft using a weld placement gauge provided by trw. Any steering shaft found to have been welded improperly will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on july 30, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 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.