NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2027 Kenworth T280 and 11 more recall: Oil Contaminated Power Distribution Center/FMVSS 103
- Recall number
- 26V485000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Category
- Vehicles › Electrical System
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 5925
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Electrical System
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | T280 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T380 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T480 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T680 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T880 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | W990 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 536 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 537 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 548 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 567 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 579 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 589 | 2027 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 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 26PACD.
Manufacturer campaign number
26PACD
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V485000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.