Vehicle recall 26V022000 · January 19, 2026
Peterbilt 520 and Kenworth L770
The right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail.
- Consequence
- A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACA.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V022000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 19, 2026
- Filed by
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26PACA
- Owner notification
- March 10, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 219
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth L770 (2026): 2026
- Peterbilt 520 (2024-2026): 2026, 2025, 2024
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