NHTSA Recall 23V616000: Driveshaft (power train)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Kenworth K270.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V616000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23KWG and 23PBG |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | September 5, 2023 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth K270, K370, and Peterbilt 220 trucks. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
Safety risk
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWG and 23PBG.
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 23V616000
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.