NHTSA Recall 09V165000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V165000; Date: May. 19, 2009
An oil leak may result in a fire hazard.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Kenworth C500
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 112,736
Recall Summary:
Paccar is recalling 112,736 trucks equipped with caterpillar c15 engine. The variable valve actuation oil line may rub against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
How to Fix:
Paccar is working with caterpillar to remedy these vehicles. Please see recall 09e-020. Caterpillar will inspect and repair the necessary components free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986, peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196 and kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Recall Notes:
Kenworth recall no. 09kw4 & peterbilt recall no. 509c. 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 http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 5, 2009
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