2027 Kenworth T280, Kenworth T380 and others recall: power distribution module/ipdm
Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on July 27, 2026. It covers about 5,925 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,925
- reported
- Jul 27, 2026
- owners notified
- Sep 22, 2026
- related complaints
- 1
Electrical system: wiring: power distribution module/ipdm
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 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 26PACD.
Recall number 26V485000
Affected vehicles
- Kenworth T280 2027 2027
- Kenworth T380 2027 2027
- Kenworth T480 2027 2027
- Kenworth T680 2027 2027
- Kenworth T880 2027 2027
- Kenworth W990 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 536 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 537 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 548 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 567 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 579 2027 2027
- Peterbilt 589 2027 2027
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.
2027 Kenworth T2802027 Kenworth T3802027 Kenworth T4802027 Kenworth T6802027 Kenworth T8802027 Kenworth W9902027 Peterbilt 5362027 Peterbilt 5372027 Peterbilt 5482027 Peterbilt 5672027 Peterbilt 5792027 Peterbilt 589
Questions about recall 26V485000
Is there a recall on the 2027 Kenworth T280, Kenworth T380 and others power distribution module/ipdm?
Yes. Recall 26V485000, reported on July 27, 2026, covers about 5,925 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 26V485000?
Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 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 26PACD.
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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