2027 Kenworth T280 & 2027 Kenworth T380 + 10 more recall: electrical system
⚠️ What's wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
💥 The risk
A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACD.
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V485000
- Manufacturer recall #
- 26PACD
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Vehicles affected
- 5,925
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE/IPDM
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Sep 22, 2026
- Built
- Jun 23, 2026 – Jul 13, 2026
- Recall started by
- MFR