Vehicle recall 09V415000 · October 21, 2009
Kenworth T2000, T660 and 2 more models
The axle u-bolts attaching the axle to the suspension leaf spring on certain AG400L rear suspensions may have received insufficient fastener torque during the installation process.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Kenworth is recalling model year 2009 through 2010 T2000, T800, T660 and W900 trucks manufactured between November 12, 2008 and September 30, 2009. The axle u-bolts attaching the axle to the suspension leaf spring on certain AG400L rear suspensions may have received insufficient fastener torque during the installation process. The insufficient torque may allow the axle u-bolt to become loose, which may cause vibration in the rear suspension.
- Consequence
- If multiple fasteners were to become loose, the rear axle may shift relative to the rear suspension leaf spring, which can result in loss of control and a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the axle u-bolts for visible defects, including bent and/or smashed threads and re-torque the axle u-bolts to factory specifications. The recall began on November 4, 2009. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440.
- Notes
- Kenworth recall no. 09KWA.OWNERS 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
- 09V415000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 21, 2009
- Filed by
- PACCAR INCORPORATED
- Manufacturer campaign
- 09KWA
- Owner notification
- November 4, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 914
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Axle assembly
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 (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
- Kenworth T660 (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
- Kenworth T800 (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
- Kenworth W900 (2009-2010): 2010, 2009
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