2006 Kenworth T2000
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
7 recalls name the 2006 Kenworth T2000. Newest first.
Kenworth IS recalling 3,423 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800,t600, W900 and T660 vehicles. increased brake excitation in a certain vehicle configuration which includes bendix drum brakes, wide base low profile single tires, and an ag400 or ag460 rear suspension, due to its unique brake clocking and cam tube length, can cause fatigue and cracking to brake assembly…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Cracking can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could increase stopping distance and decrease parking brake hold capability.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear axle brakes assembly, replace cracked rear axle brakes assembly components where required, and install cam tube support brackets on all rear axle wheel ends free of charge. the recall IS expected to begin or before july 25, 2009. owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Paccar IS recalling 130 my 2004-2009 t2000, T800, T600, W900 and T660 kenworth trucks built with an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires (super singles). these vehicles may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle movement. this movement may cause part or parts of the brake assembly (brake cam tube support, brake…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A failure may reduce vehicle brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install the cam tube support brackets on all of the rear axle wheel ends. inspect the rear axle brake assembly and replace it if cracked. the recall IS expected to begin during november 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Paccar IS recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth T600, T660, T800, W900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassis.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the dpf on the roadway.
Remedy
Paccar IS working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e041). owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar C11, C13 or C15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the cap becomes dodged in this area, it may result in difficulty steering the vehicle or cause complete steering lock-up increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Paccar IS working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles. revised oil cap retention based on the engine model/configuration will be incorporated to prevent steering lock-up. the recall began during december 2007. owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
On certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the tow hitch assembly fails while a vehicle IS being towed or lifted, it may cause an accident that could result in personal injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tow pin assembly free of charge. the recall began on september 4, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Certain trucks fail to comply with the brake timing regulatory requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the brake valve was moved to the opposite rail, increasing the length of the air line, which in turn increased the wheelbase requiring a dual relay valve system. the vehicles were manufactured with a single…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.
Remedy
Dealers will convert the single relay valve to a dual relay valve system free of charge. the recall began on may 21, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
Remedy
Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Owner complaints
7 complaints
Latest complaints
- Service brakes, air
Left rear brake chamber broken at mounting studs and s-cam broken. dealer welded up mount on s-cam and installed new brake chamber. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
Brake chamber missing a bolt and bent push rod. Took to dealer - pounded bracket straight and replaced brake chamber. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
Parking brakes were not working. Took to dealer. They replaced both s cam brackets and both brake chambers. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
Dot scale in ca discovered both brake chambers on rear axle were broken. truck was put out of service until repairs were made at the scale. both chambers were replaced. had this not been discovered a serious accident could've happened. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
Right rear brake chamber cracked. Took to dealer and they replaced. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
Right rear brake chamber was leaking. Took to dealer. Found internal rod end broken off. They replaced brake chamber. *Tr
- Service brakes, air
On two of are 2006 t2000 kenoworth semis, the s-cam tube broke under stress of normal braking. Causing the trucks to lose there braking power to that tire. these trucks had around 400,000 miles on them. This kind of repair IS rare this early in the trucks life, and IS possibly dangerous if it happens at the wrong time. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear brake air chamber mtg brackets
On june 23, 2009 paccar notified odi that 3,423 kenworth t2000, T800, T600, W900, and T660 trucks, model years 2004 - 2009, equipped with bendix brakes, wide base low profile tires and airglide (ag) 400/460 rear suspensions are being recalled.certain of these vehicles have experienced fatigue cracks in the brake cam…
On june 23, 2009 paccar notified odi that 3,423 kenworth t2000, T800, T600, W900, and T660 trucks, model years 2004 - 2009, equipped with bendix brakes, wide base low profile tires and airglide (ag) 400/460 rear suspensions are being recalled.certain of these vehicles have experienced fatigue cracks in the brake cam tube mounting or air chamber mounting flanges bracket adjacent to the attachment welds. If left unrepaired, the cracks can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could disable the affected brake and risk increasing vehicle stopping distances under high pressure brake applications and decrease parking brake capability.this configuration has experienced failures at a higher rate than similar vehicles with other types of suspensions and brake installation clocking. Paccar will also send an owner notification letter to owners of vehicles equipped with suspensions other than the ag 400/460, which will prescribe a periodic inspection of the components and if a crack IS discovered, offer the owners the opportunity for a free repair.this policy will be in effect until july 15, 2014. Copies of the recall and the owner notification are attached.
- Trailer light plug failure
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation of kenworth products based on their field communication tib # 34-31.kenworth introduced the qcs II sta-dry trailer cable in may 2006.the technical information bulletin stemmed from field feedback that indicated a flexibility problem with the…
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation of kenworth products based on their field communication tib # 34-31.kenworth introduced the qcs II sta-dry trailer cable in may 2006.the technical information bulletin stemmed from field feedback that indicated a flexibility problem with the qcs II cable connection, which could result in a loss of lighting to the trailer.odi believes a loss of lighting would adversely affect the trailer's visibility. Further, the resulting loss of brake lights IS inherently critical to highway safety, day or night.kenworth has upgraded the tib repair to a safety recall.kenworth dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the back of the qcs II molded boot and the frame bracket, thus providing abetter cable connection. The defect notification was submitted on 4/25/08 (copy attached).trailers built between may 24 and november 21, 2006 (model year 2007 trailers) will be remedied.the population to be remedied IS 3,573 in the united states.this investigation IS closed.
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.
- 10168703Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10027666Kenworth chassis service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Clean gas induction (cgi) gasket campaign. Csc letter was received. Chassis models affected t2000, t660,t800 and W900. Model years 2005-08
- 10027664Kenworth trucks: the inlet pipe connections for isx engines. The kenworth air inlet pipe to the isx turbo may become detached. Chassis affected t2000, T800, and W900. Model years unknown.
- 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,
- 10025758Kenworth (paccar): the vertical tailpipe(s) diffuser turns. Affected: all t2000s, t660s, t800s and w900s chassis built from 04/25/08 to 02/11/08 with 2007 engines.
- 10025757Kenworth service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Kenworth (paccar co): clean gas induction (cgi) flex pipe inspections. Chassis with caterpillar 2007 emissions compliant engines, C9, C13 or C15, should have the cgi flex pipe inspected for damage. Model years unknown. Updated 1/15/09. Model t2000, T660, T800 and W900; years 2005-2008. Updated 1/27/09. Csc letter was received. *8PE
- 10022829Collection of dpf and engine part/serial numbers comapaign.
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