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Kenworth T480 · 2023

12 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V014000·2025-01-16

    Peterbilt and Kenworth truck throttle pedals can stick

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 535, 536, 537, 548, Kenworth T280, T380, T480 and 2024 T180 trucks because an oversized magnet carrier can slow the throttle pedal or make it stick.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, 548, T480, 537
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V145000·2024-02-23

    Kenworth trucks fitted with air tanks holding insufficient brake air

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2009-2024 Kenworth trucks because the air tanks have an insufficient volume of air for the brake system, which can reduce braking performance.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH C500, T370, T800, W900
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V617000·2023-09-05

    Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks recalled for fuel hose production defects

    Remote Stage 2 fuel filter hoses in 2023-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks may be damaged, risking disconnection, engine stall, and fuel leaks that could cause fire or crashes.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, T380, 536, 537
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V782000·2022-10-18

    PACCAR Recalls 2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks for Steering Defect

    PACCAR is recalling 2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because improperly heat-treated tie rod clamps may fail, causing a sudden loss of steering.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T800B, W900, T370, T480
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V915000·2024-12-09

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Recalled for Faulty Electronic Control Units

    PACCAR is recalling 2021-2025 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks with defective electronic control units that may fail due to electrical interference, potentially disabling critical safety systems including ABS, traction control, and electronic stability control.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 348, W990, 365, 548
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V190000·2024-03-20

    PACCAR gear shifter stalk connectors may lose communication with the transmission

    PACCAR is recalling certain Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks because improperly crimped gear shifter stalk connectors may cause a loss of communication. 70,509 units affected.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, T380, T480, T880
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V017000·2024-01-15

    Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks recalled for detachable mirror glass

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2022-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks because the glass lock ring on the cab mirror assembly may not be fully seated, allowing the mirror glass to detach and reduce driver visibility.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T180, 535, 537, 536
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V661000·2023-09-29

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Recalled for Trailer Brake Timing Delay

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2020–2024 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks. Delayed trailer brake release can create trailer instability and increase crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 536, T380, 548, T280
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V504000·2023-07-21

    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.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, 536, 537, T480
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V087000·2023-02-15

    2021-2024 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks recalled for brake pedal disconnection

    PACCAR is recalling 8,008 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks (2021-2024) because the brake pedal plunger may disconnect during rapid brake release, causing complete service brake failure and crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 537, 536, T380, 548
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V631000·2022-08-17

    2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks recalled for engine control failure

    PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks because the engine control module may short-circuit, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly. An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 520, 579, T680, T800B
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V547000·2022-07-28

    Commercial trucks recalled for faulty steering gear assemblies

    PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2022–2023 Peterbilt and Kenworth commercial trucks due to incorrectly assembled steering gears that may fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 365, W990, 367, 389
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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