Recall
Peterbilt 389 — 21V906000
NHTSA ID
21V906000
Make
Peterbilt
Model
389
Years Affected
2019
Recall Date
2021-11-19
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Units Affected
908
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
21KWG and 21PBM
Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Kenworth T880, W990, Peterbilt 567, 579, 389, and 2022 Peterbilt 536, 537 wrecker and auto hauler vehicles. The work brake (winch brake) may unintentionally disengage the service brakes during winching operations, causing the vehicle to roll.
Consequence
Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWG and 21PBM.