PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Steering Fastener Defect
PACCAR is recalling 2018-2020 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because steering arm fasteners may fail, potentially causing loss of steering control.
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 (steering fasteners) that can result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.
Plain-English summary
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks due to a defect in the Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners. These fasteners attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle and may fail.
The affected vehicles include Kenworth models T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, and W990, as well as Peterbilt models 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579. If the fasteners fail, it can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners at no charge to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's recall numbers are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.
The recalled product
- Product
- KENWORTH, PETERBILT T270, 579, T440, 567
- Brand
- KENWORTH
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Category
- Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Trucks
- Affected units
- 17,641
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 (19)
- T270
- 579
- T440
- 567
- W990
- 520
- 389
- T660
- T470
- 367
- 365
- 330
- T370
- 337
- T680
- T880
- T800
- W900
- 348
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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