Critical Alert
2023–2024 Peterbilt 548 Recall: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free recall repair.
Source: NHTSA
CriticalCampaign #23V617000Engine / Powertrain
2023–2024 Peterbilt 548 Recall: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2023–2024 Peterbilt 548
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Affected Vehicles
- 2023–2024 Peterbilt 548
- 2023–2024 Kenworth T280
- 2023–2024 Kenworth T380
- 2023–2024 Kenworth T480
- 2023–2024 Peterbilt 536
- 2023–2024 Peterbilt 537
Recall Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, Peterbilt 536, 537, and 548 trucks. The remote Stage 2 fuel filter hoses may have been damaged during production, allowing the hoses to leak or disconnect.
Consequence
A disconnected hose will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 4, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWF and 23PBF.
411 Press Analysis
A vehicle safety recall has been issued for the 2023–2024 Peterbilt 548. NHTSA received the recall report on September 5, 2023 involving fuel system, diesel:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. A disconnected hose will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace both hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 4, 2023. Owners should contact an authorized dealer to arrange the free repair, and can check their recall status at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database
This recall appears in: Vehicle Crash & Control Hazards and PACCAR recalls.