The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·26V022000·Announced 2026-01-19

PACCAR Recalls Peterbilt and Kenworth Trucks for Steering Shaft Failure Risk

PACCAR is recalling 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 and 2026 Kenworth L770 trucks because the steering cross-shaft may fail, 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 cross-shaft failure) that can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The recall involves 219 vehicles in total.

The defect involves the right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft, which may become stressed and fail. A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACA.

The recalled product

Product
PETERBILT, KENWORTH 520, L770
Brand
PETERBILT
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
219

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 (2)

  • 520
  • L770

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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