2020 KENWORTH C500 Recalls

Recall Found

All Recalls

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Kenworth C500, 2012-2021 Kenworth T440, 2009-2015 Kenworth T660, 2015-2024 Kenworth T680, 2009-2024 Kenworth T800, 2009-2020 Kenworth T370, 2014-2023 Kenworth T880, 2011-2016 Kenworth T470, 2023 Kenworth T480, and 2009-2019 Kenworth W900 vehicles. The air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

NHTSA 24V145000

Report Date

23/02/2024

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK

Manufacturer

PACCAR Incorporated

Consequence: Insufficient air volume can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will install the correct volume air tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2024. Additional owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 24KWD.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2020 KENWORTH C500 have?

The 2020 KENWORTH C500 currently has 1 recall according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2020 KENWORTH C500 recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2020 KENWORTH C500 vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local KENWORTH dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2020 KENWORTH C500 has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.