NHTSA campaign 18V368000
PACCAR Incorporated recall 18V368000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks and 2015-2018 Kenworth T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
What can happen
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Repair
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on July 30, 2018. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-918-259-3258 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000.
Components
- Electronic stability control (esc)
- Service brakes, air: Antilock: Abs warning light
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.