NHTSA Recall 24V233000: Shaft sector (steering)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 782 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Kenworth T280.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V233000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 24PBF, 24KWF |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | March 27, 2024 |
| Owner notification | July 29, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Peterbilt 536, 548, 567, 579, and Kenworth T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
Safety risk
Fractured steering gear teeth can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 7, 2024. 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 24PBF and 24KWF.
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 24V233000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T280 | 2025 |
| Kenworth T380 | 2025 |
| Kenworth T480 | 2025 |
| Kenworth T680 | 2025 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2025 |
| Kenworth W990 | 2025 |
| Peterbilt 536 | 2025 |
| Peterbilt 548 | 2025 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2025 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2025 |
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.