Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V280000 Reported June 26, 2008

Headlight harness routing/hood safety latch

Paccar Incorporated · Latches/locks/linkages · 62 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V280000
Manufacturer Campaign
08KW8
Manufacturer
Component
Latches/locks/linkages
Vehicles Affected
62
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 26, 2008

Defect Summary

Paccar is recalling 62 my 2009 kenworth t660 trucks. the 90 degree standoff mounted on the front bumper support may come into contact with the hood strut, which may result in a non-operational hood safety latch. the safety latch prevents the hood from closing.

Safety Consequence

A non-operational safety latch may not be detected by a driver or mechanic and could increase the risk of personal injury or vehicle damage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will relocate the 90 degree standoff and reroute the headlight harness away from the hood strut in order to provide the clearance needed. the recall began on july 21, 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 08V280000 or campaign 08KW8.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V280000

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

What is recall 08V280000?

NHTSA recall 08V280000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on June 26, 2008. It addresses: Headlight harness routing/hood safety latch. The recall affects approximately 62 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V280000 or the manufacturer campaign number 08KW8. 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.