Recall
Kenworth T280 — 23V504000
NHTSA ID
23V504000
Make
Kenworth
Model
T280
Years Affected
2023
Recall Date
2023-07-21
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Units Affected
72
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
23KWE and 23PBE
Summary
PACCAR Incorportated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 536, 537, 548, 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, 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.
Consequence
Loose fasteners may allow the driveline to separate from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.