Kenworth, Peterbilt Critical Fasteners Recall 22V277000

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.

The risk

Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.

Contacts

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Kenworth, Peterbilt dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 22V277000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2018 Kenworth T270	0	5	D
2019 Kenworth T270	0	5	D
2020 Kenworth T270	0	5	D
2018 Kenworth T370	1	6	C
2019 Kenworth T370	1	6	C
2020 Kenworth T370	0	6	D
2018 Kenworth T440	0	5	C
2019 Kenworth T440	0	5	C
2020 Kenworth T440	0	4	C
2018 Kenworth T470	0	2	B
2019 Kenworth T470	0	2	B
2020 Kenworth T470	0	2	B
2018 Kenworth T660	0	6	C
2019 Kenworth T660	0	5	C
2018 Kenworth T680	11	15	C
2019 Kenworth T680	8	9	C
2020 Kenworth T680	8	8	C
2018 Kenworth T800	1	11	C
2019 Kenworth T800	0	8	C
2020 Kenworth T800	0	9	C
2018 Kenworth T880	3	16	D
2019 Kenworth T880	0	10	C
2020 Kenworth T880	0	10	C
2018 Kenworth W900	0	9	C
2019 Kenworth W900	0	7	C
2020 Kenworth W900	0	6	C
2018 Kenworth W990	0	1	A
2019 Kenworth W990	0	2	A
2020 Kenworth W990	0	5	B
2018 Peterbilt 330	0	2	C
2019 Peterbilt 330	0	2	C
2020 Peterbilt 330	1	1	C
2018 Peterbilt 337	0	4	C
2019 Peterbilt 337	0	5	C
2020 Peterbilt 337	0	3	C
2018 Peterbilt 348	0	5	C
2019 Peterbilt 348	0	5	C
2020 Peterbilt 348	0	5	D
2018 Peterbilt 365	0	5	B
2019 Peterbilt 365	0	5	C
2020 Peterbilt 365	1	4	C
2018 Peterbilt 367	0	6	C
2019 Peterbilt 367	0	5	C
2020 Peterbilt 367	0	4	C
2018 Peterbilt 389	0	6	C
2019 Peterbilt 389	3	6	C
2020 Peterbilt 389	0	5	C
2018 Peterbilt 520	0	8	F
2019 Peterbilt 520	1	8	F
2020 Peterbilt 520	3	12	F
2018 Peterbilt 567	1	13	D
2019 Peterbilt 567	1	8	C
2020 Peterbilt 567	0	8	C
2018 Peterbilt 579	6	14	D
2019 Peterbilt 579	2	8	C
2020 Peterbilt 579	2	6	C

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Complaints

Recalls

Grade

Questions

Is the 22V277000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. PACCAR Incorporated's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 22V277000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 22V277000 announced?

PACCAR Incorporated reported it to NHTSA on April 25, 2022. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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