PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Electric Trucks for Electrical Defect
PACCAR is recalling specific Kenworth and Peterbilt electric trucks because a loose electrical connection in the cradle harness may cause a loss of drive power, increasing 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 (electrical propulsion system) that can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.
Plain-English summary
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2020-2026 Kenworth K270, 2021-2026 Peterbilt 220, and 2022-2026 Kenworth K370 Medium-Duty Battery Electric Vehicles. The recall addresses a potential defect in the cradle harness where a loose electrical connection may occur.
This defect can cause a loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall covers 211 vehicles in total. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 8, 2025.
Dealers will inspect and replace the cradle harness as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's recall numbers are 25KWD and 25PBD. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- PETERBILT, KENWORTH 220, K370, K270
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Affected units
- 211
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 (3)
- 220
- K370
- K270
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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