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Kenworth, Peterbilt recall - Seat Heater/Cooler
NHTSA · August 21, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V544000 (Kenworth, Peterbilt), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 811.
- Component: Seat Heater/Cooler.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Source ID
- 26V544000
Defect
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.
Consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective action
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 25PACE.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | T680 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T880 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | W990 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 567 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 579 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 589 | 2027 |
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