Warning
2020–2024 Peterbilt 548 Recall: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
This recall involves a potential crash or injury risk. Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the free recall repair.
Source: NHTSA
WarningCampaign #23V661000Brakes
2020–2024 Peterbilt 548 Recall: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Vehicle Identity
- Vehicle
- 2020–2024 Peterbilt 548
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Affected Vehicles
- 2020–2024 Peterbilt 548
- 2020–2024 Kenworth T480
- 2020–2024 Peterbilt 536
- 2021–2024 Kenworth T280
- 2021–2024 Kenworth T380
- 2024 Peterbilt 537
Recall Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, 2020-2024 Peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 Peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 Kenworth T480 trucks. The timing of the trailer brake release may be delayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence
A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fittings and hoses in the affected valves, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 15, 2024. 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 23KWJ and 23PBJ.
411 Press Analysis
NHTSA has issued a recall for the 2020–2024 Peterbilt 548 involving service brakes, air, reported on September 29, 2023. A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash. Owners of affected vehicles should contact their dealer to schedule the recall repair. Dealers will replace the fittings and hoses in the affected valves, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 15, 2024. Use your VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to verify whether your vehicle is affected by this recall.
Sources: NHTSA Vehicle Safety Recall Database
This recall appears in: Vehicle Crash & Control Hazards and PACCAR recalls.