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Recall 13V-222: 2014 Kenworth T170, 2014 Kenworth T270 and 21 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 2013, covering about 1,773 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-222
Report date
May 28, 2013
Vehicles affected
1,773
Owners notified
Jun 14, 2013

The problem

PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured May 6, 2013, through May 17, 2013; and model year 2014 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 389K, 567, 579 and 587 trucks manufactured May 1, 2013 through May 17, 2013. An internal defect in the ignition switch causes the starter to engage when a key is partially inserted, before the key is turned.

The risk

Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace affected ignition switches, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13KWF. Peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0513-E.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPACCAR Incorporated
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V222000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth T1702014All years
Kenworth T2702014All years
Kenworth T3702014All years
Kenworth T4702014All years
Kenworth T6602014All years
Kenworth T6802014All years
Kenworth T8002014All years
Kenworth T8802014All years
Kenworth W9002014All years
Peterbilt 3302014All years
Peterbilt 3372014All years
Peterbilt 3482014All years
Peterbilt 3652014All years
Peterbilt 3672014All years
Peterbilt 3822014All years
Peterbilt 3842014All years
Peterbilt 3862014All years
Peterbilt 3882014All years
Peterbilt 3892014All years
Peterbilt 389K2014All years
Peterbilt 5672014All years
Peterbilt 5792014All years
Peterbilt 5872014All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 13V-222?

PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured May 6, 2013, through May 17, 2013; and model year 2014 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 389K, 567, 579 and 587 trucks manufactured May 1, 2013 through May 17, 2013. An internal defect in the ignition switch causes the starter to engage when a key is partially inserted, before the key is turned.

How is recall 13V-222 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace affected ignition switches, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13KWF. Peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0513-E.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.