Recall 24V-233: 2025 Kenworth T280, 2025 Kenworth T380 and 8 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Mar 27, 2024, covering about 782 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Peterbilt 536, 548, 567, 579, and Kenworth T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
The risk
Fractured steering gear teeth can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2024. 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 24PBF and 24KWF.
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 › Gear Box › Shaft Sector |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V233000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth T280 | 2025 | All years |
| Kenworth T380 | 2025 | All years |
| Kenworth T480 | 2025 | All years |
| Kenworth T680 | 2025 | All years |
| Kenworth T880 | 2025 | All years |
| Kenworth W990 | 2025 | All years |
| Peterbilt 536 | 2025 | All years |
| Peterbilt 548 | 2025 | All years |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2025 | All years |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2025 | 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-233?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Peterbilt 536, 548, 567, 579, and Kenworth T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
How is recall 24V-233 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2024. 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 24PBF and 24KWF.
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.