Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 26V022000

Steering

PACCAR Incorporated filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2026-01-19.

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V022000

Steering

Component
Steering
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles affected
219
Reported to NHTSA
2026-01-19
Owners notified
2026-03-10

Defect description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail.

Safety risk

A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 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 26PACA.

Scope of coverage

4 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
KENWORTH L7702026
PETERBILT 5202026 2025 2024

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.