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2024-2026 Kenworth L770 and Peterbilt 520 recall: steering

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on January 19, 2026. It covers about 219 vehicles.

vehicles affected
219
reported
Jan 19, 2026
owners notified
Mar 10, 2026

Steering

What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail.
Risk
A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACA.

Recall number 26V022000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 26V022000

Is there a recall on the 2024-2026 Kenworth L770 and Peterbilt 520 steering?

Yes. Recall 26V022000, reported on January 19, 2026, covers about 219 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V022000?

Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACA.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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