NHTSA campaign 17V471000

PACCAR Incorporated recall 17V471000

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.

Reported 07/25/2017

What can happen

A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.

Repair

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.

Components

  • Electrical system: Wiring: Fuses and circuit breakers
  • Exterior lighting

Affected years and models

A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.