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2007 Kenworth C500 recalls

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

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

For the 2007 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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2007 Kenworth C500 recalls, newest first

March 24, 2011NHTSA 11V2030005,831 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
Paccar is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 kenworth C500, T2000, T600, and T660, as well as model year 2009-2011 peterbilt 387 and 388 trucks equipped with caterpillar C15 engine and manufactured from may 11, 2006, through September 17, 2010. Degradation of a combustion tube weld can cause radial heat impingement on the body which may burn through certain bodies used on C15 engines.
Consequence
This could result in a fire.
Remedy
Caterpillar is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Please see caterpillar's defect report 11E-006. Caterpillar will replace the single piece combustion tube with a thick wall combustion tube which will not allow the heat to break through. This service will be performed free of charge. Due to a parts supply issue, owners will be notified by the end of April 2011 about the safety defect, and will then be notified again once the free remedy is available, currently estimated to be around late July 2011. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-800-447-4986.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 25, 2008NHTSA 08V1900003,573 vehicles potentially affected

Trailer hitches › Fifth wheel assembly

Summary
Paccar is recalling 3,573 my 2007 kenworth C500, T800, T600, T2000, and W900 chassis built with phillips qcs II trailer cable connection and trailer cable mounting bracket with 'u-shaped' cut out. Certain trailer cable mounting brackets have a 'u-shaped' cut out that only partially supports the trailer cable connection. Partial support of the cable connection may allow the molded boot and electrical ground pin to partially or completely pull away from the 7-way socket. Partial or complete detachment of the cable connection can cause reduced water resistance and potential loss of electrical ground. There is also a possibility the trailer lights may fail to illuminate without the operator's knowledge.
Consequence
If this condition were to occur, other motorists may not be warned of the tractor/trailer movements, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the flexible back of the qcs II molded boot and the frame bracket, and reattach the supporting bolts. The recall began on may may 30, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

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

May 22, 2007NHTSA 07V21700061 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Hood

Summary
On certain trucks, the rear hood mounting brackets can contact the front axle brake chamber during full axle articulation.
Consequence
If contact occurs, two possible scenarios may result: (1) the front brake chamber may be damaged to a point resulting in the loss of air or cause sudden full application of one of the brakes on the front axle; or (2) the front brake chamber may be damaged causing a reduction in braking capacity, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake chamber and surrounding components for any damage and modify the rear hood support bracket to eliminate the potential for interference. If any brake components is damaged, the dealer will be instructed to replace the components free of charge. The recall began on may 14, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.

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

March 9, 2007NHTSA 07V09000065 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
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 valve system.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2007 Kenworth C500 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Unknown or other1

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Questions

Does the 2007 Kenworth C500 have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, trailer hitches, service brakes, air, structure, power train. 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 2007 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 2007 Kenworth C500?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.