2023 Kenworth K270, Kenworth K370, Peterbilt 220: Power Train recall
NHTSA campaign 23V616000 · 21 units potentially affected · filed Sep 5, 2023
What's wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth K270, K370, and Peterbilt 220 trucks. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
Why it matters
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWG and 23PBG.
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
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V616000
- Manufacturer no.
- 23KWG and 23PBG
- Manufacturer
- Paccar Incorporated
- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Units affected
- 21
- Report received
- Sep 5, 2023
- Owner letters
- Nov 16, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Kenworth K270 2023
- Kenworth K370 2023
- Peterbilt 220 2023