The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V00N000·Announced 2023-05-12

Kenworth and Peterbilt Commercial Trucks Recalled for Methane Detection System Failure

PACCAR is recalling approximately 1,107 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks (2016–2022) due to methane detection system power loss. If the system loses electrical power, operators may not detect dangerous methane levels, increasing fire and injury risk.

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: This recall addresses a critical safety system failure. The methane detection system is essential for operator awareness of dangerous gas levels in commercial trucks, and its loss of functionality due to power loss creates significant fire and injury risks. No injuries or illnesses have been reported. Per the severity rubric, this qualifies as a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, warranting a High classification.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling multiple model year Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks due to an electrical system failure affecting the methane detection system. The affected Kenworth models include T880, T680, T440, T270, and T280 from model years 2016–2022 (specific year ranges vary by model). The affected Peterbilt models include 567, 579, and 536 from model years 2016–2022. Approximately 1,107 vehicles are involved in this recall.

The methane detection system will not function if the system loses power. This means operators may not be aware of system malfunctions or dangerous methane levels in the vehicle, significantly increasing the risk of fire or injury.

The remedy involves dealers re-wiring the warning alarm system at no charge to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2022. Owners can schedule service by contacting Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's internal recall numbers are 21KWH (Kenworth) and 21PBN (Peterbilt). Additional information is available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
2017 KENWORTH T880
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck / Heavy Duty
Hazard
  • fire
  • methane-exposure
  • electrical-failure
Affected units
1,107

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 (8)

  • T880
  • T680
  • T280
  • 536
  • 567
  • T440
  • 579
  • T270

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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