Recall 17V-554: 2010–2018 Kenworth K270, 2010–2018 Kenworth K370 and 3 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Sep 6, 2017, covering about 2,975 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-554
Report date
Sep 6, 2017
Vehicles affected
2,975
Owners notified
Oct 27, 2017

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly binding the steering system.

The risk

If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 817-D and 17KWE.

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
ComponentPower Train › Axle Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V554000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth K2702010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Kenworth K3702010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Peterbilt 2102009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Peterbilt 2202015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Peterbilt Model 2202009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014All 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 17V-554?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly binding the steering system.

How is recall 17V-554 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 817-D and 17KWE.

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.