Recall 21V-601: 2021–2022 Kenworth T270, 2021–2022 Kenworth T280 and 8 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for fuel system, diesel, reported to NHTSA on Aug 3, 2021, covering about 688 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt 536, 537, 548 and Kenworth T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, and T480 vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. A fuel leak may occur from the fuel hose between the fuel pump and the remote fuel filter head.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Cummins will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in October 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) and 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21PBG and 21KWF.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V601000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T270 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T280 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T370 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T380 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T440 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T470 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Kenworth T480 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Peterbilt 536 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Peterbilt 537 | 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Peterbilt 548 | 2021, 2022 | All 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 21V-601?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt 536, 537, 548 and Kenworth T270, T280, T370, T380, T440, T470, and T480 vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 diesel engines. A fuel leak may occur from the fuel hose between the fuel pump and the remote fuel filter head.
How is recall 21V-601 fixed?
Cummins will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in October 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) and 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21PBG and 21KWF.
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.