2027 Kenworth T280, 2027 Kenworth T380, 2027 Kenworth T680 and 2 more models recall: Driveline May Separate
Report received by NHTSA: Nov. 11, 2026.
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- What's recalled
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Kenworth T280, T380, T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The drivelines may be missing a snap ring in the slip yoke assembly, causing the bearing cup to separate from the driveline.
- The risk
A driveline separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Detached components can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
982 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2027 Kenworth T280, 2027 Kenworth T380, 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990.
- Compared with
PACCAR Incorporated has 8 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 8 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
60 earlier NHTSA recalls for these models since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Oct. 21, 2026 2022-2027 Kenworth T280, 2022-2027 Peterbilt 548, 2023-2027 Kenworth T380 and 6 more models recall: Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
- Oct. 14, 2026 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W900 and 4 more models recall: Bunk Restraint Webbing Not Secured Properly
- Aug. 21, 2026 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990 and 3 more models recall: Seat Ventilation Harness Can Cause Short Circuit
- July 27, 2026 2027 Kenworth T280, 2027 Kenworth T380, 2027 Kenworth T480 and 9 more models recall: Oil Contaminated Power Distribution Center/FMVSS 103
- July 8, 2026 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579, 2027 Kenworth T680 recall: Incorrectly Installed Quick Release Valve/FMVSS 121
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveline as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 10, 2027. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 10, 2027.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Kenworth T280 2027
- Kenworth T380 2027
- Kenworth T680 2027
- Kenworth T880 2027
- Kenworth W990 2027
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V743000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | POWER TRAIN |
| Report received by NHTSA | Nov. 11, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 982 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | 26PACK |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record