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Recall 22V-277: 2018–2020 Kenworth T270, 2018–2020 Kenworth T370 and 17 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Apr 25, 2022, covering about 17,641 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-277
Report date
Apr 25, 2022
Vehicles affected
17,641
Owners notified
Nov 8, 2022

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.

The risk

Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.

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

ManufacturerPACCAR Incorporated
ComponentSteering › Critical Fasteners
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V277000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Kenworth T2702018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T3702018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T4402018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T4702018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T6602018, 2019All years
Kenworth T6802018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T8002018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth T8802018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth W9002018, 2019, 2020All years
Kenworth W9902018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3302018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3372018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3482018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3652018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3672018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3892018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 5202018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 5672018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 5792018, 2019, 2020All 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 22V-277?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.

How is recall 22V-277 fixed?

Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.

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.