Warning
Kenworth and Others Recalled: STEERING
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Schedule service with your dealer promptly.
Source: NHTSA
WarningCampaign #24V043000Steering / Suspension
Kenworth and Others Recalled: STEERING
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2024 Kenworth W900
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
Affected Vehicles
- 2024 Kenworth W900
- 2024 Kenworth T880
- 2024 Peterbilt 567
- 2024 Peterbilt 389
Recall Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 367, 389, 520, 567, and Kenworth T800, T880, W900, and W990 trucks. The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assemblies, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assemblies.
Consequence
An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 23, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and/or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24PBB and 24KWB.
411 Press Analysis
Owners of 2024 Kenworth W900 vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on January 25, 2024. The recall involves steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm. An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash. PACCAR Incorporated is providing repairs at no cost to owners. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule service. Check NHTSA.gov/recalls with your vehicle identification number for confirmation.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database