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2005 Kenworth C500 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2005 Kenworth C500. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2005 Kenworth C500 recalls, newest first

March 4, 2008NHTSA 08V099000130 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Slack adjusters

Summary
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2005-2007 kenworth C500, T800, W900, and peterbilt models 357 and 379 tractor trailers equipped with fabco slack adjusters on sisu axles. The slack adjusters may fail as a result of a fatigue crack rendering the slack adjuster inoperative. This could reduce braking effectiveness.
Consequence
Reduction in braking capacity could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the slack adjusters free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 16, 2007NHTSA 07V1070004,592 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 22, 2005NHTSA 05V57000030,995 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 19, 2005NHTSA 05V237000850 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

Summary
On certain trucks and tractors equipped with airglide high-articulation rear suspensions, the C65-1006 sway bar used in this rear suspension may experience a reduction in fatigue life due to either a manufacturing process or a high induced stress during an extreme suspension articulation event.
Consequence
Both of these conditions can lead to a failure of the sway bar which could cause the rear axle to come loose, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The inspection and repair of these vehicles will depend on the type of vehicle (tractor or truck) and the intended service application. This inspection and repair criteria will be forthcoming. The recall began on June 30, 2005. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 28, 2005NHTSA 05V1890001,026 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the suspension has transverse beam castings that may fracture under normal loads. If a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Consequence
This could cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2005, with letters being mailed to peterbilt owners; and on June 17, 2005, for kenworth owners. Owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2005 Kenworth C500 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2005 Kenworth C500 have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, air, power train, engine and engine cooling, suspension. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2005 Kenworth C500 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kenworth dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Kenworth C500?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.