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2017-2019 Kenworth C500, Kenworth T600 and others recall: diesel

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on September 21, 2018. It covers about 48,896 vehicles.

vehicles affected
48,896
reported
Sep 21, 2018
owners notified
Nov 21, 2018
related complaints
5

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Kenworth C500, T600, T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks, as well as Peterbilt 367, 386, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks, equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
Risk
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel pump cooling circuit screen, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18E081.

Recall number 18V657000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about engine problems.

2017 Kenworth C5002018 Kenworth C5002019 Kenworth C5002017 Kenworth T6002018 Kenworth T6002019 Kenworth T6002017 Kenworth T6602018 Kenworth T6602019 Kenworth T6602017 Kenworth T6802018 Kenworth T6802019 Kenworth T680

Questions about recall 18V657000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Kenworth C500, Kenworth T600 and others diesel?

Yes. Recall 18V657000, reported on September 21, 2018, covers about 48,896 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V657000?

Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect fuel pump cooling circuit screen, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18E081.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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