NHTSA Recall 26V544000: Seat heater/cooler (seats)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 811 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Kenworth T680.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V544000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 26PACE |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Report received | August 21, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 567, 579, 589 and 2027 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.
Safety risk
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 20, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACE.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V544000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kenworth T680 | 2027 |
| Kenworth T880 | 2027 |
| Kenworth W990 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt 589 | 2027 |
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.