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WarningCampaign #23V504000Engine / Powertrain

2024 Peterbilt 548 Recall: POWER TRAIN

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Peterbilt 548
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Vehicle engine bay — representative photo for NHTSA engine/powertrain recall
A vehicle engine bay (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

Affected Vehicles

2024 Peterbilt 548

Recall Summary

PACCAR Incorportated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 536, 537, 548, 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, T480, and 2024 Kenworth T380 vehicles. The adhesive thread-lock may not have been applied to the four flange mounted yoke bolt threads, allowing the driveline fasteners to loosen.

Consequence

Loose fasteners may allow the driveline to separate from the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will apply adhesive thread-lock and replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 19, 2023. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWE and 23PBE.

411 Press Analysis

Owners of 2024 Peterbilt 548 vehicles should be aware of a recall reported to NHTSA on July 21, 2023. The recall involves power train:driveline. Loose fasteners may allow the driveline to separate from the truck, 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.

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