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NHTSA Recall 18V308000: Hub (wheels) and hub (suspension)

PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 2018 Kenworth T270.

14
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (April 26)
NHTSA campaign18V308000
Manufacturer campaign18KWB
ComponentsWHEELS › HUB; SUSPENSION › FRONT › HUB
Report receivedMay 11, 2018
Owner notificationApril 26, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018 Kenworth T270 trucks. The outer spindle nut of the front wheel hub assembly may have been incorrectly installed possibly causing bearing failure.

Safety risk

Front wheel bearing failure can lead to front wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers have inspected the hub assembly and corrected the installations, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWB.

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 18V308000

Make and modelModel years
Kenworth T2702018

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.