Power train: automatic transmission
- Component
- Power train: automatic transmission
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Vehicles affected
- 402
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-06-15
- Owners notified
- 2022-12-08
Defect description
PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T180, 2021-2023 Kenworth T280, 2022-2023 Kenworth T380, 2022-2023 Peterbilt 536, and 537 vehicles. Internal components of the transmission actuator may slip, causing the actuator to become miscalibrated.
Safety risk
A miscalibrated actuator may cause the transmission to shift into an unexpected gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission actuator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 22KWD and 22PBD.