2021-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks recalled for brake pedal disconnection
PACCAR is recalling 8,008 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks (2021-2024) because the brake pedal plunger may disconnect during rapid brake release, causing complete service brake failure and crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
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 involves a defect in the brake pedal connection that can cause complete service brake failure on heavy commercial trucks, presenting a serious safety risk. No injuries, illnesses, or crashes have been reported from this defect. Per the rubric, recalls with no reported incidents are classified at a maximum of 3, even when the underlying hazard is severe.
Plain-English summary
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks manufactured between 2021 and 2024, affecting approximately 8,008 vehicles. The affected models are Kenworth T280, T380, and T480, and Peterbilt 536, 537, and 548.
When the brake pedal is fully applied and then released rapidly, the pedal plunger connecting the brake pedal to the brake valve may become disconnected. This disconnection can cause complete failure of the service brakes.
Service brake failure increases the risk of a crash. The remedy is a free pedal restraint bracket installation at authorized dealers.
Owners should contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-588 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- PETERBILT, KENWORTH 536, 537, T380, 548
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Category
- Vehicle — Brake System
- Affected units
- 8,008
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 (6)
- 536
- 537
- T380
- 548
- T280
- T480
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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