Recall
Kenworth T880 — 17V471000
NHTSA ID
17V471000
Make
Kenworth
Model
T880
Years Affected
2014
Recall Date
2017-07-25
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Units Affected
5,731
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
17KWC and 717-B
Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
Consequence
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.