PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 535
— Recall Campaign #25V014000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 535, 536, 537, 548, 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, and 2024 Kenworth T180 trucks. The throttle pedal assembly may contain an oversized magnet carrier, slowing the responsiveness or causing the pedal to stick.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,110 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
25V014000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 16, 2025 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 25V014000 |
| Units affected: | 1,110 |
- Description:
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 535, 536, 537, 548, 2023-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, T480, and 2024 Kenworth T180 trucks. The throttle pedal assembly may contain an oversized magnet carrier, slowing the responsiveness or causing the pedal to stick.
- Consequeces:
- A pedal that sticks increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect and replace the throttle pedal as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 11, 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 25PBA and 25KWA.
- 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 nhtsa.gov.