Vehicle recall 26V485000 · July 27, 2026
Peterbilt 536, Peterbilt 537 and 10 more models
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. 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 26PACD.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V485000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 27, 2026
- Filed by
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26PACD
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 5,925
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring › Power distribution module/ipdm
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Kenworth T280 (2027): 2027
- Kenworth T380 (2027): 2027
- Kenworth T480 (2027): 2027
- Kenworth T680 (2027): 2027
- Kenworth T880 (2027): 2027
- Kenworth W990 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 536 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 537 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 548 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 567 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 579 (2027): 2027
- Peterbilt 589 (2027): 2027
Has your Kenworth been repaired?
Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kenworth dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.