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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the 2006 KENWORTH T600 produced?
- The 2006 KENWORTH T600 is produced in Kirkland Wa, United States (usa).
Are there recalls for the 2006 KENWORTH T600?
- There are 17 recall(s) for the 2006 KENWORTH T600, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 82324 [USA]: Cracking can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could increase stopping distance and decrease parking brake hold capability.
Kenworth is recalling 3,423 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800,t600, w900 and t660 vehicles. Increased brake excitation in a certain vehicle configuration which includes bendix drum brakes, wide base low profile single tires, and an ag400 or ag460 rear suspension, due to its unique brake clocking and cam tube length, can cause fatigue and cracking to brake assembly components. dealers will inspect the rear axle brakes assembly, replace cracked rear axle brakes assembly components where required, and install cam tube support brackets on all rear axle wheel ends free of charge. The recall is expected to begin or before july 25, 2009. Owner may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. paccar recall no. 09kw7.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 77891 [USA]: A failure may reduce vehicle brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Paccar is recalling 130 my 2004-2009 t2000, t800, t600, w900 and t660 kenworth trucks built with an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires (super singles). These vehicles may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle movement. This movement may cause part or parts of the brake assembly (brake cam tube support, brake chamber bracket, brake chamber, brake spider) to develop fatigue cracks, possibly resulting in the failure of the part or parts within the brake assembly. dealers will install the cam tube support brackets on all of the rear axle wheel ends. Inspect the rear axle brake assembly and replace it if cracked. The recall is expected to begin during november 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. kenworth recall no. 08kwb. 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 78692 [USA]: A vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the dpf on the roadway.
Paccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. Inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassis. paccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e041). Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196. kenworth recall no. 08kwd and peterbilt recall no. 908g.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 88605 [USA]: 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.
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. 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. 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 31896 [USA]: If the tow hitch assembly fails while a vehicle is being towed or lifted, it may cause an accident that could result in personal injury or death.
On certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch. dealers will replace the tow pin assembly free of charge. The recall began on september 4, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201. peterbilt recall no.507e and kenworth recall no. 07kwa.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 46548 [USA]: With the lines reversed, the king pin can be released without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
On certain trucks, an ra529 king pin release air valve was manufactured with the internal spool installed backwards. This results in the air option of the king pin release system being inoperable. To correct this situation, the vehicle's air lines were reversed rather than replacing the valve. kenworth will inspect the king pin release system and suspect valve. If any vehicles have a nonconforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. The recall began on november 29, 2006. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440. kenworth recall no. 06kw3.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 60368 [USA]: The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly. caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201. kenworth recall no. 05kw7 and peterbilt recall no. 1205e.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 60491 [USA]: This condition could affect vehicle throttle control and braking, thereby leading to loss of vehicle steering control which could cause a crash without warning.
On certain trucks equipped with the bendix electronic stability control (esp) system, the system uses multiple sensors and an electronic control unit (ecu) to control vehicle under steer, over-steer, and rollover situations. The system relies on vehicle sensors to be functioning and aligned properly. The steering angle sensor has the potential to be misaligned with the steering column shaft, thereby providing incorrect information to the bendix ecu. because of the immediate and substantial risk, kenworth and peterbilt dealers will first deactivate the yaw control feature of the bendix esp system preventing inadvertent esp activation. When parts are available, the steering column will be replaced to insure proper alignment of the steering shaft sensor and the full esp system will be reactivated. The recall began on december 7, 2005. Parts to complete the remedy are estimated to be available in early 2006. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201. kenworth recall no. 05kw6 and peterbilt recall no. 1105d. 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 2009247 [Canada]: Engine
On certain vehicles equipped with a caterpillar c15 engine, the variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clip retaining the oil line. An oil leak could result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: caterpillar dealers will replace the vva oil line with an updated version.
Recall 2009314 [Canada]: Brakes
Certain vehicles may suffer cracking of various brake assembly components (i.E. Brake cam tube mounting flanges, brake air chamber bracket, brake air chamber, brake spider). Over time, this cracking can cause a complete fracture of the cam tube, which could increase stopping distances and decrease parking brake hold capability. A reduction of braking capability could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will inspect the rear axle brake assembly, replace cracked rear axle brake components where required, and install cam tube support brackets on all rear axle wheel ends.
Recall 2008349 [Canada]: Other
On certain trucks, the inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in the separation of the dpf from the chassis, which could result in personal injuries or death to motorists or bystanders. Correction: caterpillar dealers will replace bracket as necessary.
Recall 2008358 [Canada]: Suspension
Certain vehicle configuration which includes an ag400 rear suspension, long stroke brake chambers, and wide base tires may develop an increase in lateral and vertical axle movement. This movement may cause part or parts of the brake assembly to develop fatigue cracks, possibly resulting in the failure of part or parts within the brake assembly. A failure may reduce vehicle brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash causing personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will affect repairs.
Recall 2007204 [Canada]: Engine
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c11, c13 and c15 engines, the oil fill cap can become dislodged due to cap damage or improper installation. The cap can become lodged in the u-joint of the steering driveline and steering gear, causing difficulty steering the vehicle and/or complete steering lock-up. A loss of steering control can result in a vehicle crash causing injury or death. Correction: dealers will install an oil cap retention chain to c11 engines and will modify the existing retention chain anchor point on c13 and c15 engine. Damaged oil fill caps will be replaced.
Recall 2007209 [Canada]: Other
On certain trucks, the removable front tow hitch assembly may fail. This could result in personal injury or property damage if the assembly failed during the un-decking or towing of a vehicle. Correction: dealers will replace the tow pin assembly with a revised version.
Recall 2005158 [Canada]: Suspension
On certain vehicles, the rear suspension sway bar could fail causing the rear axle to come loose. As a result, the driver may experience a loss of vehicle control which could cause a crash without warning, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will affect repairs.
Recall 2005372 [Canada]: Other
On certain vehicles, the steering shaft sensor of the electronic stability program (esp) may be misaligned, giving incorrect vehicle information to the electronic control unit (ecu). This could affect vehicle throttle control and braking systems. Correction: dealers will first disable the yaw-control function of the esp system. Once parts are available, the dealer will replace the steering column to insure proper alignment of the steering shaft sensor, and reactivate the full esp system.
Recall 2005402 [Canada]: Engine
On certain vehicles equipped with a caterpillar engine, the variable valve actuation oil line (vva line) used on 6 cylinder, 15l turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled diesel engines may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not oriented correctly. Oil line wear may cause an oil leak and a potential fire hazard. Correction: dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the vva line.
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Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
02-160 - VISIBILITY: Information only ⿿ windshield washer pumps have a high no trouble found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
32-015 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only: this bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
34-085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
32-016 - EQUIPMENT: Information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
DOR-W5T2V-01 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: This sku is a climate control module. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect alignment pins and knobs. The alignment pins may be weak which cause them to break and knob material may be weak which could
01-075 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Information only: this bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the a/c compressor.
TIB-44-17 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Kenworth trucks: reduced engine power from fuel starvation. Any model kenworth equipped with the 2007 emissions compliant isx engine and optional davco 382 fuel filter, built prior to 8/11/08, *pe
45-32 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Kenworth service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Oil fill support bracket campaign. An assembly process may have resulted in omitting an oil tube support bracket. Original publication 6/11/2008. Csc was received.
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this preliminary evaluation of kenworth products based on their field communication tib # 34-31.Kenworth introduced the qcs ii sta-dry trailer cable in may 2006.The technical information bulletin stemmed from field feedback that indicated a flexibility problem with the qcs ii cable connection, which could result in a loss of lighting to the trailer.Odi believes a loss of lighting would adversely affect the trailers visibility. Further, the resulting loss of brake lights is inherently critical to highway safety, day or night.Kenworth has upgraded the tib repair to a safety recall.Kenworth dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the back of the qcs ii molded boot and the frame bracket, thus providing abetter cable connection. The defect notification was submitted on 4/25/08 (copy attached).Trailers built between may 24 and november 21, 2006 (model year 2007 trailers) will be remedied.The population to be remedied is 3,573 in the united states.This investigation is closed.
Kenworth T600 2006