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SevereNHTSA·17V554000·Announced 2017-09-06

PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Due to Steering Defect

PACCAR is recalling specific Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because a front axle sway bar link may detach and bind the steering system, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the steering system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2009-2010, 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks, and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. The recall involves a defect in the front axle sway bar link, which may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link. This can bind the steering system, potentially impacting the vehicle's ability to steer properly and increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners of affected vehicles should contact Kenworth or Peterbilt customer service to schedule an inspection. Dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut. If the washer is missing, it will be installed free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2017. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
PETERBILT, KENWORTH 220, K370, 210, MODEL 220
Brand
PETERBILT
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Truck
Hazard
Affected units
2,975

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (5)

  • 220
  • K370
  • 210
  • MODEL 220
  • K270

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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