The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V593000·Announced 2020-09-28

Kenworth T680 Trucks Recalled for Brake System Valve Defect

PACCAR is recalling 2016-2021 Kenworth T680 trucks because a brake valve defect may increase stopping distance and crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2016-2021 Kenworth T680 trucks equipped with a 2.1m Cab and WABCO 6S/6M ABS brake system with drum brakes. The recall involves 1,416 vehicles.

The brake systems were manufactured with a standard rear-brake ABS modulator valve instead of a quick release valve. This defect may cause the service-brake release timing to exceed intended limits, resulting in longer stopping distances and an increased risk of a crash. Consequently, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the standard rear-brake ABS modulator valve with a quick release valve free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KENWORTH T680
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
1,416

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 (1)

  • T680

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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