The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·26V743000·Announced 2026-11-11

Kenworth Trucks Recalled for Missing Driveline Snap Ring

PACCAR is recalling 2027 Kenworth trucks because a missing snap ring in the driveline could cause separation, leading to loss of drive power or road hazards.

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 addresses a structural vehicle defect where a missing snap ring can cause driveline separation, leading to loss of drive power or road hazards. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2027 Kenworth T280, T380, T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The recall involves 982 vehicles where the drivelines may be missing a snap ring in the slip yoke assembly. This defect can cause the bearing cup to separate from the driveline.

A driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, detached components can become a road hazard for other vehicles, also increasing the risk of a crash. The source does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect and replace the driveline as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 10, 2027. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 10, 2027.

The recalled product

Product
KENWORTH T880, W990, T280, T380
Brand
KENWORTH
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
982

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 (5)

  • T880
  • W990
  • T280
  • T380
  • T680

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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