United States2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024–2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles equipped with the right-hand stand-up (RHSU) steering configuration are affected. The RHSU steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail, which can cause a loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect and repair and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts free of charge; owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026, and owners can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4220, Kenworth at 1-425-828-5888, or reference PACCAR recall 26PACA.
What's being recalled
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.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V022000; Manufacturer campaign 26PACA
The hazard
A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
The official notice
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