Kenworth · Canada · Mod
Kenworth C500: Other
Affects Kenworth C500 · 2007–2008 — about 184 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain trucks, the rear hood mounting brackets can contact the front axle brake chamber during full axle articulation. If contact occurs, two possible scenarios may result: 1). The front brake chamber may be damaged, resulting in the loss of air or sudden full application of one of the brakes on the front axle or; 2). The front brake chamber may be damaged causing a reduction in braking capacity. Correction: Dealers will inspect the brake chamber and surrounding components for any damage and modify the rear hood support bracket to eliminate the potential for interference.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational