RecallNHTSA 25V181000Published

PACCAR Incorporated: electrical system:propulsion system

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

2021 KENWORTH T680Manufacturer campaign: 25PBC and 25KWCPart: 110101, 110102, 110500, 110501, 110502, 110503, 110532, 110533, 200091 and 65500822022 PETERBILT 5792022 PETERBILT 5202025 PETERBILT 5202025 PETERBILT 5792025 KENWORTH T6802024 PETERBILT 5792024 KENWORTH T6802024 PETERBILT 5202023 KENWORTH T6802023 PETERBILT 5792023 PETERBILT 5202022 KENWORTH T680
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Official action

Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

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Product & source details

Product
2021 KENWORTH T680
Brand or manufacturer
KENWORTH
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
25V181000
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