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VehicleNov 19, 2021908 affected

Kenworth / Peterbilt recall: Electrical system

What is wrong

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.

What could happen

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
21V906000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Paccar Incorporated
Reported to NHTSA
Nov 19, 2021
Owners notified
Jan 3, 2022
Vehicles or items affected
908
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Electrical system › Software; Service brakes, air
Maker's own recall number
21KWG and 21PBM

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.