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Recall 17V-593: 2016 Kenworth K170, 2016 Kenworth T170 and 25 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 22, 2017, covering about 17,737 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-593
Report date
Sep 22, 2017
Vehicles affected
17,737
Owners notified
Nov 13, 2017

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016 Peterbilt 220, 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 389, 389G, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and Kenworth K170, T170, T270, T370, T440, T470,T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

The risk

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is P817-C.

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
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Steering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V593000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth K1702016All years
Kenworth T1702016All years
Kenworth T2702016All years
Kenworth T3702016All years
Kenworth T4402016All years
Kenworth T4702016All years
Kenworth T6602016All years
Kenworth T6802016All years
Kenworth T8002016All years
Kenworth T8802016All years
Kenworth W9002016All years
Peterbilt 2202016All years
Peterbilt 3202016All years
Peterbilt 3252016All years
Peterbilt 3302016All years
Peterbilt 3372016All years
Peterbilt 3482016All years
Peterbilt 3652016All years
Peterbilt 3672016All years
Peterbilt 3822016All years
Peterbilt 3842016All years
Peterbilt 3862016All years
Peterbilt 3892016All years
Peterbilt 389G2016All years
Peterbilt 5672016All years
Peterbilt 5792016All years
Peterbilt 5872016All 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-593?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016 Peterbilt 220, 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 389, 389G, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and Kenworth K170, T170, T270, T370, T440, T470,T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

How is recall 17V-593 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is P817-C.

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.