Fracture suspension beam/holland
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the suspension has transverse beam castings that may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension's transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Safety Consequence
This could cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2005, with letters being mailed to peterbilt owners; and on june 17, 2005, for kenworth owners. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 05V189000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V189000?
NHTSA recall 05V189000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 28, 2005. It addresses: Fracture suspension beam/holland. The recall affects approximately 1,026 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V189000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05KW3 & 405-B. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.