PACCAR Recalls Kenworth L770 and Peterbilt 520 Vehicles Over Steering Issue
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PACCAR Incorporated is recalling 876 units of certain 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 and 2026 Kenworth L770 vehicles due to a potential failure in the steering cross-shaft that could lead to loss of control.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 7, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain vehicles because the right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 876 units of the following vehicles: 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 models. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V022000, and the component affected is the steering system. There are no specific UPCs or model numbers beyond those stated.
What You Should Do
Consumers should have their vehicles inspected and repaired by dealers at no charge. Owners were notified via letters mailed on March 13, 2026. Contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 for more information. PACCAR's recall number is 26PACA.
Why This Matters
A failure in the steering cross-shaft can result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash and potential injuries.
Source
This information is from NHTSA Campaign Number 26V022000. For more details, visit the NHTSA website.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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