PACCAR Recalls 2020 Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Axle Shaft Defect

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T800, T880, and W990 vehicles, as well as 2020 Peterbilt 348, 367, 389, 520, and 567 vehicles. The recall involves the forward rear axle output shafts, which may have been improperly heat treated during the manufacturing process. This defect can result in the shafts fracturing.

If the rear axle output shaft fractures, the shaft or interaxle driveline could detach and become a road hazard, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on February 19, 2020.

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the output shafts, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 19KWE and 19PBG. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product

PETERBILT, KENWORTH 567, 367, W990, 389

Brand

PETERBILT

Manufacturer

PACCAR Incorporated

Category

Vehicle — Truck

Hazard

• structural-defect
• crash-risk

Affected units

148

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