2010 Kenworth C500 recalls and problems
The 2010 Kenworth C500 has 4 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Kenworth dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2010 Kenworth C500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2010 Kenworth C500 recalls
Recall 24V-145: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Kenworth C500, 2012-2021 Kenworth T440, 2009-2015 Kenworth T660, 2015-2024 Kenworth T680, 2009-2024 Kenworth T800, 2009-2020 Kenworth T370, 2014-2023 Kenworth T880, 2011-2016 Kenworth T470, 2023 Kenworth T480, and 2009-2019 Kenworth W900 vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Risk: Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2024. Additional owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 24KWD.
Recall 11V-203: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Paccar is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 kenworth c500, t2000, t600, and t660, as well as model year 2009-2011 peterbilt 387 and 388 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engine and manufactured from may 11, 2006, through september 17, 2010. Degradation of a combustion tube weld can cause radial heat impingement on the body which may burn through certain bodies used on c15 engines.
Risk: This could result in a fire.
Fix: Caterpillar is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see caterpillar's defect report 11e-006. Caterpillar will replace the single piece combustion tube with a thick wall combustion tube which will not allow the heat to break through. This service will be performed free of charge. Due to a parts supply issue, owners will be notified by the end of april 2011 about the safety defect, and will then be notified again once the free remedy is available, currently estimated to be around late july 2011. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.
Recall 10V-308: Steering
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.
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.
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.
Recall 10V-212: Structure, Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 c500 trucks manufactured from october 24, 2008 through january 13, 2010. During maneuvers with certain combinations of wheel turn, articulation, and bump, the brake chamber can contact the rear hood support.
Risk: The contact can damage the brake chamber leading to a loss of braking function at the affected wheel end, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Kenworth will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 8, 2010. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
2010 Kenworth C500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 |
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2010 Kenworth C500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Kenworth C500 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Kenworth C500 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Kenworth C500: 24V-145 (service brakes, air), 11V-203 (engine and engine cooling), 10V-308 (steering), 10V-212 (structure, service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Kenworth C500?
Owners report tires problems most often (1 reports).
Are Kenworth recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kenworth dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.