Kenworth, Peterbilt Engine And Engine Cooling Recall 04V406000

The problem

On certain trucks built with cummins isc and isl engines, plugs were assembled incorrectly creating stress and cracks which could cause an oil leak.

The risk

This oil leakage has the potential to ignite and cause a fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle.

The fix

Cummins will notify owners and arrange for installation of a steel cup plug boss cap. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357.

Contacts

Kenworth recall no. 04Kw4 & peterbilt recall no. 804-D. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Kenworth, Peterbilt dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V406000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2004 Kenworth T300	1	4	C
2004 Peterbilt 330	1	2	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2004 Kenworth T300

2004 Peterbilt 330

Questions

Is the 04V406000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. PACCAR INCORPORATED's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V406000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V406000 announced?

PACCAR INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on August 17, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Engine and engine cooling Kenworth, Peterbilt recall