The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V700000·Announced 2026-10-21

PACCAR Recalls Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Fuel Hose Separation Risk

PACCAR is recalling specific Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because remote fuel filter hoses may separate, causing fuel leaks, engine stalls, and increased fire or crash risks.

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 where fuel hoses may separate, creating a risk of fire and crash. The source does not report any deaths, serious injuries, or hospitalizations.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T370 and T270, 2022-2027 Kenworth T280, 2022-2027 Peterbilt 548, 2023-2027 Kenworth T480 and T380, 2023-2027 Peterbilt 536 and 537, and 2025 Peterbilt 567 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting.

This separation can cause a fuel leak and an engine stall. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire, while an engine stall increases the risk of a crash. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths associated with this defect.

Dealers will replace the fuel hoses free of charge. Owner notification letters will be mailed beginning December 20, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACJ.

The recalled product

Product
2026 KENWORTH T280
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
26,729

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 (9)

  • T280
  • T480
  • 537
  • 548
  • T380
  • 536
  • T370
  • T270
  • 567

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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