Recall 25V181000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM Defect in 2021-2025 KENWORTH T680

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RECALL This recall affects up to 238 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 25V181000
Manufacturer PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles Affected 238
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.

Safety Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.

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