Vehicle recall 04V360000 · July 21, 2004
Kenworth T600, T800 and 1 more model
On certain trucks equipped with a combination of caterpillar C11/C13 engines and an optional leece neville brushless alternator, a chaffing point may exist between a heat shield…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain trucks equipped with a combination of caterpillar C11/C13 engines and an optional leece neville brushless alternator, a chaffing point may exist between a heat shield on the engine and the wiring for the alternator.
- Consequence
- This could lead to an electrical short or arc situation which could result in an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will change the alternator to a brush-type alternator that is shorter in length and provide the necessary clearance to all surrounding components. The recall began August 31, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
- Notes
- Paccar/kenworth recall no. 04KW3.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V360000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 21, 2004
- Filed by
- PACCAR INCORPORATED
- Manufacturer campaign
- 04KW3
- Owner notification
- August 31, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 15
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth T600 (2004): 2004
- Kenworth T800 (2004): 2004
- Kenworth W900 (2004): 2004
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