NHTSA Recall 22V425000: Automatic transmission (power train)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 402 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Kenworth T180.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V425000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22KWD and 22PBD |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | June 15, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 8, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Kenworth T180, 2021-2023 Kenworth T280, 2022-2023 Kenworth T380, 2022-2023 Peterbilt 536, and 537 vehicles. Internal components of the transmission actuator may slip, causing the actuator to become miscalibrated.
Safety risk
A miscalibrated actuator may cause the transmission to shift into an unexpected gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission actuator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 22KWD and 22PBD.
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 22V425000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T180 | 2022 |
| Kenworth T280 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Kenworth T380 | 2022, 2023 |
| Peterbilt 536 | 2022, 2023 |
| Peterbilt 537 | 2022, 2023 |
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.