NHTSA Recall 17V554000: Axle assembly (power train)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,975 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kenworth K270.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V554000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 817-D and 17KWE |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 6, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly binding the steering system.
Safety risk
If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 817-D and 17KWE.
Notes
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V554000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth K270 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Kenworth K370 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Peterbilt 210 | 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Peterbilt 220 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Peterbilt Model 220 | 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.