NHTSA Recall 21V546000: Defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,916 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth T680.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V546000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21KWE |
| Component | VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 20, 2021 |
| Owner notification | June 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The HVAC controls may have insufficient soldering between the potentiometer(s) and the PCBA board, resulting in windshield defrost failure.
Safety risk
Inoperative windshield defrost may reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace HVAC control head, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Remedy parts are expected to be available mid-June, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21KWE.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V546000
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.