Kenworth · Canada · Crit
Kenworth C500, T800 +3 more: Engine
Affects Kenworth C500, T800, T600, W900, T2000 · 2004–2008 — about 17K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles equipped with a Caterpillar C15 engine, the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) oil line may wear against the P-clip retaining the oil line. An oil leak could result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Caterpillar dealers will replace the VVA oil line with an updated version.
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