Recall 15V206000: 2015–2016 Kenworth K300, 2015–2016 Peterbilt 220
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 7, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 379
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth K300 trucks manufactured September 1, 2014, to March 30, 2015. Each time the cruise control speed decrease button is pressed, the vehicle speed will actually increase by one mile per hour.
The risk
If a driver is intending to slow down a vehicle but instead it inadvertently speeds up, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 415-E and 15KWC.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Kenworth K300
- 2016 Kenworth K300
- 2015 Peterbilt 220
- 2016 Peterbilt 220
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V206000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 415-E and 15KWC
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Owner letters
- Jun 5, 2015
- Components
- Vehicle speed control:cruise control (Acceleration & Cruise Control)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology