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NHTSA Recall 21V609000: Propulsion system (electrical system) and engine

PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2020 Peterbilt 220.

6
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (August 4)
NHTSA campaign21V609000
Manufacturer campaign21PBH
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM; ENGINE
Report receivedAugust 4, 2021
Owner notificationAugust 4, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 220 vehicles equipped with Meritor 14Xe ePowertrains. The stator assembly wires may have been insufficiently crimped, causing high resistance, overheating, and preventing the high voltage system from starting.

Safety risk

A loss of power to the system may cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR has already inspected and replaced the stator parts on the affected vehicles. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBH.

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 21V609000

Make and modelModel years
Peterbilt 2202020

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.