PACCAR Incorportated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Peterbilt 548, 2023-2024 Peterbilt 536, 537, 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, 2023 Kenworth T480, and 2024 Kenworth T380 vehicles. The adhesive thread-lock may not have been applied to the four flange mounted yoke bolt threads, allowing the driveline fasteners to loosen.
PACCAR Incorporated – Driveline Fasteners May Loosen
| Report Received Date | 07/21/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V504000 |
| Consequence Summary | Loose fasteners may allow the driveline to separate from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will apply adhesive thread-lock and replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 19, 2023. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWE and 23PBE. |
| Recall Code | 23KWE and 23PBE |
| Potentially Affected | 19 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V504000) |
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