Safety Recall NHTSA · 10V452000 Reported September 29, 2010

Kenworth/chassis load center connection

Paccar Incorporated · N/A · 3,040 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
10V452000
Manufacturer Campaign
10KWG
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
3,040
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 29, 2010

Defect Summary

Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2011 t660, t800, w900, c500, t440, and t470 vehicles manufactured from april 1, 2009, through august 30, 2010. one of the four harness spade terminal connections to the chassis load center may become completely unseated. a completely unseated connection may result in a power loss to a portion of the vehicle's exterior lighting.

Safety Consequence

Power loss of the vehicle's exterior lighting may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers increasing the risk of a crash with the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the harness and re-seating the female connectors on the male spade terminals. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 29, 2010. 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 10V452000 or campaign 10KWG.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 10V452000

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

What is recall 10V452000?

NHTSA recall 10V452000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on September 29, 2010. It addresses: Kenworth/chassis load center connection. The recall affects approximately 3,040 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 10V452000 or the manufacturer campaign number 10KWG. 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.