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Recall 15V-206: 2015–2016 Kenworth K300, 2015–2016 Peterbilt 220

PACCAR Incorporated recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Apr 7, 2015, covering about 379 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-206
Report date
Apr 7, 2015
Vehicles affected
379
Owners notified
Jun 5, 2015

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth K300 trucks manufactured September 1, 2014, to March 30, 2015. Each time the cruise control speed decrease button is pressed, the vehicle speed will actually increase by one mile per hour.

The risk

If a driver is intending to slow down a vehicle but instead it inadvertently speeds up, there is an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 415-E and 15KWC.

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
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V206000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth K3002015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 2202015, 2016All 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 15V-206?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth K300 trucks manufactured September 1, 2014, to March 30, 2015. Each time the cruise control speed decrease button is pressed, the vehicle speed will actually increase by one mile per hour.

How is recall 15V-206 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 415-E and 15KWC.

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.