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Recall 15V-270: 2014–2016 Kenworth T660, 2014–2016 Kenworth T680 and 6 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 8, 2015, covering about 1,494 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-270
Report date
May 8, 2015
Vehicles affected
1,494
Owners notified
Sep 16, 2015

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T880 trucks manufactured February 18, 2013, to April 10, 2015, and 2011-2016 Peterbilt 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured December 13, 2010, to April 20, 2015. The affected trucks, equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines and Delco-Remy 40SI alternators, have alternator charge cables that may chafe against a formed metal freon discharge line.

The risk

If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the alternator charge cable away from the metal freon line, free of charge. PACCAR issued an interim notification to owners on July 10, 2015. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 15KWE and 515-F.

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 › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V270000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth T6602014, 2015, 2016All years
Kenworth T6802014, 2015, 2016All years
Kenworth T8802014, 2015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 3862011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 3892011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 5672011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 5792011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016All years
Peterbilt 5872011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 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-270?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Kenworth T660, T680, T880 trucks manufactured February 18, 2013, to April 10, 2015, and 2011-2016 Peterbilt 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured December 13, 2010, to April 20, 2015. The affected trucks, equipped with PACCAR MX-13 engines and Delco-Remy 40SI alternators, have alternator charge cables that may chafe against a formed metal freon discharge line.

How is recall 15V-270 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the alternator charge cable away from the metal freon line, free of charge. PACCAR issued an interim notification to owners on July 10, 2015. The recall began on September 16, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 15KWE and 515-F.

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.