Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks recalled for loose driveline fasteners
PACCAR is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks due to improperly applied thread-lock on driveline fasteners. Loose fasteners could allow the driveline to separate, increasing crash 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: Structural vehicle defect with potential for driveline separation and crash risk. No injuries, deaths, or property damage have been reported, placing this in the High category per the rubric.
Plain-English summary
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth commercial trucks. The adhesive thread-lock was not applied to the four flange-mounted yoke bolt threads on the driveline. This allows driveline fasteners to loosen.
The recall affects Peterbilt models 536, 537, and 548, and Kenworth models T280, T480, and T380 from model years 2023-2024. A loose driveline could separate from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will apply adhesive thread-lock and replace the fasteners free of charge. Owners will receive notification letters and should contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt) to arrange service. The PACCAR recall numbers are 23KWE (Kenworth) and 23PBE (Peterbilt).
The recalled product
- Product
- KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, 536, 537, T480
- Brand
- KENWORTH
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Category
- Vehicle — Commercial Truck
- Affected units
- 72
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)
- T280
- 536
- 537
- T480
- 548
- T380
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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