2007 KENWORTH T300
5 recalls, 3 complaints - 26 TSBs
08V246000 Jun 3, 2008
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
PACCAR IS RECALLING 36 MY 2007-2008 T270, T370 AND MY 207 T300 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL UNDER-CAB FUEL TANKS AND AN IN-CAB BATTERY BOX (ICBB). A HARNESS SUPPORT BRACKET MOUNTED ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAB MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE FUEL LINE AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL SPLITTER VALVE.
Consequence
THE EDGE OF THE BRACKET MAY COMPROMISE THE FUEL LINE CAUSING AN INTERRUPTION IN FUEL FLOW, OR LOSS OF FUEL RESULTING IN COMPROMISED VEHICLE PERFORMANCE OR POTENTIALLY CAUSING A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RE-WORK THE EXISTING ICBB CABLE ROUTING BRACKET AND REPLACE THE FUEL SPLITTER VALVE BRACKET TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN COMPONENTS. THE RECALL BEGAN O JUNE 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.
07V213000 May 21, 2007
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISC OR PACCAR PX8 ENGINES, THE JUMPER WIRE BETWEEN THE GRID HEATER RELAY TO THE FUSE BLOCK HAS BEEN ROUTED IN SUCH A WAY THAT THE POTENTIAL EXISTS FOR IT TO RUB AGAINST THE RADIATOR SUPPORT.
Consequence
THE SUSPECT WIRE IS DOWN STREAM OF THE FUSE; THIS CHAFF POINT COULD CAUSE THE 250 AMP CHARGE WIRE TO ARC, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ROUTING OF THE JUMPER WIRE. IF THE WIRE IS NOT ROUTED CORRECTLY, IT WILL BE INSPECTED FOR RUBBING OR CHAFFING AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440.
07V132000 Mar 22, 2007
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE AXLE HOUSINGS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH STEEL THAT WAS OUT OF SPECIFICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FATIGUE FAILURE OVER TIME.
Consequence
IF A FATIGUE FAILURE OCCURS AND IS LEFT UNATTENDED, THE AXLE MAY LOCK UP OR THE END OF THE AXLE COULD COME OFF, WHICH MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE AXLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 9, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440 AND PETERBILT AT 1-940-591-4196.
07V107000 Mar 16, 2007
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE WIRING, PARTS, OR TRANSMISSION PROGRAMMING REQUIRED FOR THE AUTO NEUTRAL FEATURE TO FUNCTION AS DESIGNED WERE EITHER NOT INSTALLED, CONNECTED, OR PROGRAMMED PROPERLY.
Consequence
IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL WHEN LEFT IN DRIVE WITH THE PARKING BRAKE SET ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE COULD MOVE WITHOUT WARNING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AFFECTED VEHICLES TO ENSURE THE AUTO NEUTRAL FEATURE FUNCTIONS PROPERLY AND, IF NEEDED, WILL MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 9, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440.
07V073000 Mar 2, 2007
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE TRAILER LIGHT LINE MAY HAVE BEEN ROUTED USING TOO TIGHT OF A BEND RADIUS. THIS ROUTING METHOD COULD CAUSE THE WIRES WITHIN THE HARNESS PLUG TO BE PULLED AWAY FROM THE CHASS... Read more
Consequence
SHOULD POWER BE LOST, THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS WOULD NOT PROVIDE POWER TO THE ANTILOCK SYSTEM ON THE TOWED VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE LIGHT LINE TO ELIMINATE THE EXCESSIVE BEND RADIUS AND REPLACE ANY PLUG OR HARNESS THAT HAS BEEN DAMAGED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 16, 2007. OWNER MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 1 |
STEERING
Aug 28, 2008
Incident date: Jun 13, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KENWORTH T300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 18 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WHEN A LEFT TURN WAS MADE. THE CONTACT HEARD AN EXCESSIVELY LOUD NOISE AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. HE ALSO EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY WITH THE STEERING WHEEL PULLING TOWARDS THE LEFT. AFTERWARDS, ... Read more
STEERING
Aug 28, 2008
Incident date: Feb 10, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KENWORTH T300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 18 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WHEN A LEFT TURN WAS MADE. THE CONTACT HEARD AN EXCESSIVELY LOUD NOISE AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. HE ALSO EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY WITH THE STEERING WHEEL PULLING TOWARDS THE LEFT. AFTERWARDS, ... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Jun 27, 2008
Incident date: Jun 27, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KENWORTH T300. WHEN THE CONTACT CLOSED THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE WINDSHIELD DETACHED FROM THE BODY STRUCTURE. THERE WAS NO WARNING PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. HE WAS VERY CONCERNED OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED AND THE POSSIBILITY OF THE WINDSHIEL... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2007 KENWORTH T300
26 manufacturer communications from 19 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 2 |
| 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
| 042700 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE | 1 |
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
32-015
Jun 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information 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 incomplet
32-016
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
01-075
Nov 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
TIB-34-039
Sep 1, 2011
021244 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
PACCAR SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION ON THE FRONT DRIVE AXLE SPEED WARNING DISPLAY. *RM
TIB-02-113
Aug 5, 2011
220000 SEATS
PACCAR INC: FIRE TRUCK SEAT HEIGHT SPECIFICATION CHANGE. *RM
TIB-42-043
Aug 1, 2011
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
PACCAR: INFORMATION ON FAN HUB BEARINGS INSPECTION AND WARRANTY EXTENSION DUE TO A HIGHER THAN NORMAL FAILURE RATE. *RM
TIB-42-48
Jul 6, 2011
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
PACCAR: INFORMATION ON PREMATURE FAN CLUTCH LINING WEAR. *RM
TIB-34-34
Sep 29, 2009
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
KENWORTH TRUCKS: HEADLIGHT MOISTURE REPAIRS. BEADS OF MOISTURE OR POOLING WATER VISIBLE THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT LENSES. INSPECT FOR MISSING HEADLIGHT VENT AND/OR ROCK SHIELD AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. *PE
TIB-34-34
Sep 29, 2009
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
KENWORTH TRUCKS: HEADLIGHT MOISTURE REPAIRS. BEADS OF MOISTURE OR POOLING WATER VISIBLE THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT LENSES. INSPECT FOR MISSING HEADLIGHT VENT AND/OR ROCK SHIELD AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. *PE
TIB-45-36
Dec 3, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THIS IS A FIELD CAMPAIGN TO MODIFY THE TURBOCHARGER OIL DRAIN PLUMBING. MODEL T300, MY 12/13/06-07/09/08. CSC LETTER REC'D. *PE
TIB-45-35
Nov 5, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH TRUCKS: PX-8 AND CUMMINS ISL ENGINE CALIBRATION CAMPAIGN C0844. UPGRADE ENGINE CONTROL SOFTWARE FOR PACCAR PX 8 AND CUMMINS ISL ENGINES TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY. *PE
TIB-45-34
Nov 5, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH TRUCK: PX 6 ENGINE CALIBRATION. PACCAR CAMPAIGN C0836. TO UPGRADE THE ENGINE CONTROL SOFTWARE FOR THE PACCAR PX 6 ENGINE TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY.
TIB-44-17
Oct 23, 2008
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
KENWORTH 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, *PE
TIB-44-17
Oct 23, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH 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, *PE
41-9
Sep 3, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
KENWORTH: THE ORIGINAL PUBLICATION IDENTIFIED CHASSIS WITH PX-8 ENGINES ONLY. PX-8 AND ISC ENGINES-ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ON. *PE
13-25
Jun 25, 2008
042700 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
KENWORTH: T300 CHECK VALVE CAMPAIGN: CHASSIS IDENTIFIED MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN AIR SYSTEM SINGLE CHECK VALVE RATHER THAN A SINGLE CHECK PRESSURE REDUCTION (SCPR) VALVE. *PE
13-25
Jun 25, 2008
042300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
KENWORTH: T300 CHECK VALVE CAMPAIGN: CHASSIS IDENTIFIED MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN AIR SYSTEM SINGLE CHECK VALVE RATHER THAN A SINGLE CHECK PRESSURE REDUCTION (SCPR) VALVE. *PE
02-104
Apr 30, 2008
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
WINDSHIELD REPAIRS ON CONVENTIONAL CABS. ALL C500'S, T300'S, T600'S, T800'S AND W900'S EQUIPPED WITH CURVED GLASS. MODEL YEAR UNKNOWN. *NJ
41-10
Mar 5, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
RACOR HEAVY DUTY AIR INTAKE FILTER CAMPAIGN. 201 T300S ORDERED WITH SALES CODE 1081300 AND BUILT BETWEEN 01/02/06-12/03/07. *PE
4530
Aug 29, 2007
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
COLLECTION OF DPF AND ENGINE PART/SERIAL NUMBERS COMAPAIGN. *KB
KENWORTH T300 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KENWORTH T300 across all model years (1996, 2010).
54
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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