Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V190000 Reported April 25, 2008

Trailer cable connection

Paccar Incorporated · Trailer Hitches · 3,573 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V190000
Manufacturer Campaign
08KW6
Manufacturer
Component
Trailer Hitches
Vehicles Affected
3,573
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 25, 2008

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling 3,573 my 2007 kenworth c500, t800, t600, t2000, and w900 chassis built with phillips qcs ii trailer cable connection and trailer cable mounting bracket with 'u-shaped' cut out. certain trailer cable mounting brackets have a 'u-shaped' cut out that only partially supports the trailer cable connection. partial support of the cable connection may allow the molded boot and electrical ground pin to partially or completely pull away from the 7-way socket. partial or complete detachment of the cable connection can cause reduced water resistance and potential loss of electrical ground. there is also a possibility the trailer lights may fail to illuminate without the operator's knowledge.

Safety Consequence

If this condition were to occur, other motorists may not be warned of the tractor/trailer movements, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a reinforcement bracket between the flexible back of the qcs ii molded boot and the frame bracket, and reattach the supporting bolts. the recall began on may may 30, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 08V190000 or campaign 08KW6.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V190000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V190000?

NHTSA recall 08V190000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 25, 2008. It addresses: Trailer cable connection. The recall affects approximately 3,573 vehicles, with the defect involving the Trailer Hitches component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V190000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08KW6. 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.