2008 Kenworth T170
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2008 Kenworth T170. Newest first.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
Paccar IS recalling 140 my 2005, 2007-2009 T800, W900, and T660 trucks. the caliper mounting fasteners attaching the air disc brake caliper assembly to the torque plate may have received insufficient torque during the installation process. the insufficient torque may allow the air disc brake caliper assembly to become loose and possibly separate from the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in reduced braking capacity and also a road debris hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect air disc brake caliper assemblies and replace the caliper mounting fasteners and torque properly. this service will be performed free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10188550Information Only Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
- 10173212Information Only Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
- 10173205Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10172038Fix-As-Fail: The cruise control may be inoperative after installing CECU software version P30-1030-118 if the vehicle was manufactured without an air pressure sensor. Until the software is revised to address this issue, a pressure sensor must be installed
- 10168703Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10040167Paccar: information on premature fan clutch lining wear.
- 10040166Paccar: information on fan hub bearings inspection and warranty extension due to a higher than normal failure rate.
- 10040165Paccar: there are cooling modules that may have a loose connection at the charge air cooler mounting.
- 10031104Kenworth: automatic transmission will not shift properly, but check transmission warning lamp does not illuminate, and the select and monitor displays do not agree (eg: d selected and n monitor display). Chassis equipped with allison 1000 or 2000 series transmissions and dash mounted shifter (not floor mounted shift tower). No model years listed.
- 10027646Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. Any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08,
- 10025344Kenworth service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. T170 driveline centerbearing bracket campaign. 67 t170s built between 06/26/07 and 03/27/08. Centerbearings and drivelines on chassis listed were mounted lower than kenworth specification which can lead to driveline vibration and/or premature driveline u-joint wear. Csc was received.
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