The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that over 5,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks from model years 2023 through 2026 are affected. The issue stems from a potential failure in the exterior lighting switch. This defect not only impacts the functionality of hazard lights but also disables the instrument panel’s backlight brightness adjustment. Both malfunctions fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) 101, “Control and Displays,” and FMVSS 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”

Hazards of Malfunctioning Lights

If the hazard lights do not function, other drivers on the road may not be able to recognize a stalled or stationary truck, posing a serious safety risk. Additionally, an instrument display with an unadjustable brightness level could obscure vital safety information, potentially distracting the driver and increasing the chances of a collision.

List of Affected Models

The recall involves the following Kenworth and Peterbilt truck models:

• 2025 Kenworth T180

• 2025-26 Kenworth T280

• 2023-26 Kenworth T380

• 2024-26 Kenworth T480

• 2025 Peterbilt 535

• 2024-26 Peterbilt 536

• 2024-26 Peterbilt 537

• 2024-26 Peterbilt 548

• 2025 Peterbilt 567

Reported Issues and Recall Scope

As of January 20, Paccar had logged five warranty claims and 12 reports related to issues with the exterior lighting switch. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries or fatalities linked to this defect. Paccar estimates that only about 1% of the affected trucks—out of the more than 5,000 identified—are equipped with a faulty exterior lighting switch.

Next Steps for Owners

To resolve the issue, Paccar dealers will update the vehicle cab controller unit (VECU) software on the affected vehicles, free of charge. Truck owners experiencing a nonresponsive lighting switch can reset the system temporarily by performing a key cycle.

Truck owners will be notified via mail starting March 30. For additional details, Kenworth owners can contact customer service at 425-828-5888 and reference recall number 25KWB, while Paccar owners can call 940-591-4220 with recall number 25PBB. The NHTSA has assigned this recall the identifier 25V-041.

Source: Land Line

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) documents reveal that over 1,000 trucks from model years 2023 and 2024 are subject to the recall. The issue involves the throttle pedal assembly, which may have a magnet carrier that is oversized. This defect can reduce the pedal’s responsiveness or even cause it to stick, increasing the likelihood of an accident.

Affected Trucks in the Recall

The following trucks are included in the recall (all model year 2023-24 unless otherwise noted)

• 2024 Kenworth T180

• Kenworth T280

• Kenworth T380

• Kenworth T480

• Peterbilt 535

• Peterbilt 536

• Peterbilt 537

• Peterbilt 548

Cause of the Recall

According to the official safety recall report, the oversized magnet carrier serves as the pivot point for the throttle pedal, potentially causing the pedal to bind. Paccar indicated that the issue originated from a problem with the molding tool used to create the magnet carriers.

If the throttle pedal becomes stuck and does not return to idle when released, braking can resolve the issue. However, introducing fluid into the affected components may exacerbate the problem.

This recall traces back to a larger equipment recall by Orscheln, the manufacturer of the problematic electronic throttle pedals. Orscheln’s recall impacts over 4,000 throttle pedals supplied to Paccar and other truck manufacturers, such as Oshkosh.

Current Status and Next Steps

By January 14, Paccar reported five warranty claims linked to the issue, though no field reports of incidents, injuries, or fatalities had been filed.

To resolve the issue, authorized Paccar dealers will inspect and replace throttle pedal assemblies as needed, free of charge. Truck owners affected by the recall will begin receiving official notification letters on March 17.

Need More Information?

For inquiries about the Kenworth recall, contact customer service at 425-828-5888, referencing recall number 25KWA.

For questions regarding Peterbilt trucks, reach out to 940-591-4220 and reference recall number 25PBA.

The NHTSA’s identifier for this recall is 25V-014.

If your vehicle is affected, ensure you take action promptly to resolve the issue and maintain safety on the road.

Source: Land Line

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