NHTSA Recall 19V911000: Axle shaft (power train) and driveshaft (power train)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 148 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Kenworth T800.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V911000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19KWE and 19PBG |
| Components | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY › AXLE SHAFT; POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | December 19, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 10, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Kenworth T800, T880 and W990 and Peterbilt 348, 367, 389, 520, and 567 vehicles. The forward rear axle output shafts may have been improperly heat treated during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the shafts fracturing.
Safety risk
If the rear axle output shaft fractures, the shaft or interaxle driveline could detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the output shafts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 19KWE and 19PBG.
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 19V911000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T800 | 2020 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2020 |
| Kenworth W990 | 2020 |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2020 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2020 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2020 |
| Peterbilt 520 | 2020 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2020 |
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.