Recall 10V185 affects 21 2010 Kenworth T2000, T660, T800 and W900 trucks for under-oiled rear axle hubs. Repair is free at any franchised Kenworth dealer.
Kenworth is recalling 21 2010 T2000, T660, T800, and W900 trucks because the rear axle outer-end hub was not properly primed with oil during installation. Low oil can overheat or seize the outer-end bearing, leading to wheel-end overheating and a fire risk; the Kenworth dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle outer wheel end on these 2010 Kenworth T2000, T800, T660, and W900 trucks supports the wheel at the end of the axle spindle. Inside that hub, the outer end bearing turns with the wheel and needs oil to keep the metal surfaces separated, cool, and moving freely.
During rear axle installation, the outer end hub was not properly primed with oil on the affected trucks. Without enough oil at the bearing, heat builds as the wheel turns. The bearing can overheat and seize, which also overheats the wheel end and leaves the truck needing immediate service.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, sound, or handling change to confirm this problem before the wheel end overheats.
Who's affected?
Covers four Kenworth truck models from the 2010 model year, all tied to the same rear suspension spindle issue.
| 2010 Kenworth T2000 | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2010 Kenworth T800 | rear suspension |
| 2010 Kenworth T660 | rear suspension |
| 2010 Kenworth W900 | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 21 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A wheel end fire raises the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the recall work soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Kenworth dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Kenworth T2000, T800, T660, or W900 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kenworth dealer and ask about the free rear-axle outer-end hub repair for recall number 10V185.
- Schedule the bearing, seal, oil, race, and axle-housing service that fixes the wheel-end overheating and fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Kenworth mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V185 when you call.
- Avoid long trips or heavy service until the repair is complete if the wheel end shows heat, smoke, odor, or noise.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Kenworth technician replaces the rear axle outer end hub bearings and seals, adds oil to the outer end hub, and inspects the races and axle housing for damage. Any damaged race or axle housing parts are replaced as needed. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm that the wheel end inspection and oil fill are included before the truck is released.
Timeline
| May 4, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 24, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V185?
Recall 10V185 covers 21 2010 Kenworth T2000, T800, T660, and W900 trucks with rear axle outer end hubs that were not primed with oil properly. The bearing can overheat or seize, leading to a wheel-end fire and increased crash risk.
What should I do if my 2010 Kenworth T2000, T800, T660, or W900 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 10V185. If it is, contact a franchised Kenworth dealer and schedule the rear axle hub repair. Reference recall number 10V185 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Kenworth dealers will replace the bearings and seals, add oil to the outer end hub, inspect related parts for damage, and replace damaged parts as needed for free.
What is the safety risk in recall 10V185?
The safety risk is a wheel-end fire and increased crash risk. Without enough oil in the rear axle outer end hub, the outer end bearing can heat up or seize. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Kenworth dealer repair before putting the truck back into regular service.
What if I bought the Kenworth truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2010 Kenworth T2000, T800, T660, or W900 is included, then contact a franchised Kenworth dealer with recall number 10V185.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V185000 |
|---|---|
| Kenworth customer service | 425-828-5440 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V185 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V185000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →