NHTSA Recall 18V816000: Exterior lighting
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,619 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth T680.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V816000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18KWF & 18PBC |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | November 16, 2018 |
| Owner notification | January 15, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Kenworth T680 and T880 and Peterbilt 579 trucks, greater than 30 feet long and equipped with side extender mounted intermediate marker lamp/turn signals that do not include a reflex reflector. Since both intermediate side marker lamps and reflex reflectors are required, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Missing reflex reflectors can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install reflex reflective tape, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 18KWF, and 18PBC.
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 18V816000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T680 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.