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Vehicle recall 07V279000 · June 28, 2007

Kenworth T2000, T600 and 1 more model

On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar C11, C13 or C15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the…

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

Summary
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar C11, C13 or C15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation and become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear.
Consequence
If the cap becomes dodged in this area, it may result in difficulty steering the vehicle or cause complete steering lock-up increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles. Revised oil cap retention based on the engine model/configuration will be incorporated to prevent steering lock-up. The recall began during December 2007. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Notes
Kenworth recall no. 07KWB.CUSTOMERS may 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
07V279000
Reported to NHTSA
June 28, 2007
Filed by
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Manufacturer campaign
07KWB
Owner notification
December 14, 2007
Vehicles potentially affected
28,968
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Engine and engine cooling
Recall 07V279000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

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