6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2023-09-27
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 peterbilt 579 and 567 trucks. The u-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis may contact the fuel tank and over time, wear a hole in the tank.
Consequence
A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and trim the u-bolts, and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 3, 2023. Owners may contact peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 23pbh.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024 peterbilt 389, 520, 567, and kenworth t880 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.
Consequence
An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed february 23, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbb and 24kwb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STEERING
Posted on: 2024-01-26
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2025 kenworth t280, t380, t480, t680, t880, l770, w990, and 2024-2025 peterbilt 389, 520, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589 trucks. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 20, 2024. Owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbc and 24kwc.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Posted on: 2024-03-11
Description
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 peterbilt 365, 367, 389, 535, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, kenworth t180, t280, t380, t480, t880, w990, and 2021-2025 t680 trucks. The right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communication.
Consequence
A loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after coming to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the gear shifter assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed april 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 24pbe and 24kwe.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.