NHTSA Recall 22V277000: Critical fasteners (steering)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,641 vehicles. It affects 19 models including the Kenworth T270.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V277000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22 PBB and 22 KWB |
| Component | STEERING › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | April 25, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 8, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Safety risk
Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.
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 22V277000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T270 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T370 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T440 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T470 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T660 | 2018, 2019 |
| Kenworth T680 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T800 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth W900 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Kenworth W990 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 330 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 520 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2018, 2019, 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.