2023 Kenworth T680 | 2023 Peterbilt 579 | 2023 Peterbilt 520 | 2022 Kenworth T680 — Electrical system: propulsion system
Published March 25, 2025 · Recall initiated: March 24, 2025
Summary
NHTSA records recall 25V181000, published March 25, 2025 and initiated March 24, 2025. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2023 Kenworth T680 | 2023 Peterbilt 579 | 2023 Peterbilt 520 | 2022 Kenworth T680 — Electrical system: propulsion system.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- KENWORTH
- Model
- T680
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2023 KENWORTH T680 | 2023 PETERBILT 579 | 2023 PETERBILT 520 | 2022 KENWORTH T680
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2023 Kenworth T680 | 2023 Peterbilt 579 | 2023 Peterbilt 520 | 2022 Kenworth T680 — Electrical system: propulsion system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 25V181000 on March 25, 2025. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: KENWORTH. Model: T680.