The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V275000·Announced 2019-04-05

Kenworth T680 and T880 Recalled for Parking Brake Signal Delay

PACCAR is recalling 2018-2020 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks because a parking brake signal delay in cold weather may cause unexpected vehicle movement.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where unexpected vehicle movement could lead to a crash or injury, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T680 and T880 tandem axle vehicles. The recall affects models equipped with a parking brake on a single axle and certain automated manual transmissions. During cold temperatures, the signal from the park brake pressure switch to the transmission controller may be delayed, which could result in the vehicle moving unexpectedly.

This defect may increase the risk of a crash or injury. PACCAR issued interim notifications to owners on June 3, 2019, and the recall began on August 6, 2019. Dealers will replace the park brake pressure switch free of charge.

Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19KWB.

The recalled product

Product
KENWORTH T680, T880
Brand
KENWORTH
Affected units
1,837

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 (2)

  • T680
  • T880

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.