Vehicle recall 06V446000 · November 24, 2006
Kenworth T2000, T800 and 1 more model
An incorrect switch was installed in the cruise control system on certain model T300 trucks.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- An incorrect switch was installed in the cruise control system on certain model T300 trucks.
- Consequence
- A light application of the brakes will not deactivate the cruise control and the system will have to be shut off by the dash switch. This could lead to unintended acceleration and a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Kenworth will install the correct sensor switch. The recall began on January 10, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
- Notes
- Kenworth recall no. 06KW4.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V446000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 24, 2006
- Filed by
- PACCAR INCORPORATED
- Manufacturer campaign
- 06KW4
- Owner notification
- January 10, 2007
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 116
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth T2000 (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
- Kenworth T300 (2006): 2006
- Kenworth T800 (2007-2008): 2008, 2007
Has your Kenworth been repaired?
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NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kenworth dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.