NHTSA Recall 23V617000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 871 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Kenworth T280.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V617000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23KWF and 23PBF |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | September 5, 2023 |
| Owner notification | September 13, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, Peterbilt 536, 537, and 548 trucks. The remote Stage 2 fuel filter hoses may have been damaged during production, allowing the hoses to leak or disconnect.
Safety risk
A disconnected hose will result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 4, 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 23KWF and 23PBF.
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 23V617000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T280 | 2023, 2024 |
| Kenworth T380 | 2023, 2024 |
| Kenworth T480 | 2023, 2024 |
| Peterbilt 536 | 2023, 2024 |
| Peterbilt 537 | 2023, 2024 |
| Peterbilt 548 | 2023, 2024 |
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.