Recall 26V485000: 2027 Kenworth T880 and 7 other models

Report received

Jul 27, 2026

Manufacturer

PACCAR Incorporated

Potentially affected

5,925vehicles

Model years

2027

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Possible consequence

A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 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 26PACD.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2027 Kenworth T2800 complaints
• 2027 Kenworth T3800 complaints
• 2027 Kenworth T6801 complaints
• 2027 Kenworth T8800 complaints
• 2027 Peterbilt 5370 complaints
• 2027 Peterbilt 5480 complaints
• 2027 Peterbilt 5670 complaints
• 2027 Peterbilt 5790 complaints