Recall 24V-043: 2024 Kenworth T800, 2024 Kenworth T880 and 6 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jan 25, 2024, covering about 68 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 367, 389, 520, 567, and Kenworth T800, T880, W900, and W990 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.
The risk
An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBB and 24KWB.
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 | Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V043000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T800 | 2024 | All years |
| Kenworth T880 | 2024 | All years |
| Kenworth W900 | 2024 | All years |
| Kenworth W990 | 2024 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2024 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2024 | All years |
| Peterbilt 520 | 2024 | All years |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2024 | 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 24V-043?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 367, 389, 520, 567, and Kenworth T800, T880, W900, and W990 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.
How is recall 24V-043 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBB and 24KWB.
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.