Recall 18V-555: 2016–2019 Kenworth C500, 2016–2019 Kenworth T660 and 2 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 22, 2018, covering about 11,429 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Kenworth C500, T660, T800, and W900 vehicles, equipped with 1.9M ISX15 engines. The engine harnesses may have been manufactured without check engine light (CEL) and stop engine light (SEL) circuits, preventing the driver from being warned of a serious engine problem.
The risk
If the driver is not warned of a serious engine problem, the engine may unexpectedly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect or test the ISX15 engine harness, and install an overlay jumper harness to supply the missing CEL and SEL circuits, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWE.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V555000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth C500 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Kenworth T660 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Kenworth T800 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | 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 18V-555?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Kenworth C500, T660, T800, and W900 vehicles, equipped with 1.9M ISX15 engines. The engine harnesses may have been manufactured without check engine light (CEL) and stop engine light (SEL) circuits, preventing the driver from being warned of a serious engine problem.
How is recall 18V-555 fixed?
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect or test the ISX15 engine harness, and install an overlay jumper harness to supply the missing CEL and SEL circuits, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWE.
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.