Recall 25V181000: 2021–2025 Kenworth T680, 2022–2025 Peterbilt 520, 2022–2025 Peterbilt 579
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 24, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 238
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Kenworth T680
- 2022 Kenworth T680
- 2023 Kenworth T680
- 2024 Kenworth T680
- 2025 Kenworth T680
- 2022 Peterbilt 520
- 2023 Peterbilt 520
- 2024 Peterbilt 520
- 2025 Peterbilt 520
- 2022 Peterbilt 579
- 2023 Peterbilt 579
- 2024 Peterbilt 579
- 2025 Peterbilt 579
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V181000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 25PBC and 25KWC
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Owner letters
- May 13, 2025
- Components
- Electrical system:propulsion system (Electrical System)
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