Recall 26V544000: 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990 +3 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 21, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 811
- Models
- 6
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 567, 579, 589 and 2027 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.
The risk
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 20, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACE.
Affected vehicles
- 2027 Kenworth T680
- 2027 Kenworth T880
- 2027 Kenworth W990
- 2027 Peterbilt 567
- 2027 Peterbilt 579
- 2027 Peterbilt 589
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V544000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 26PACE
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Components
- Seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler (Seats & Seat Belts)
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