Peterbilt 567 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 2, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

PACCAR Incorporated recalls 2017–2018 Peterbilt, Kenworth — 4 models

Recall number

18V092000

Brand / firm

Peterbilt, Kenworth

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,938 units

Why it was recalled

A truck that does not move as expected can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks, and Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks, all equipped with an automated Eaton UltraShift Plus or Eaton Advantage Transmission with right hand stalk shifter. The display that indicates which transmission gear the driver selected may display incorrectly. The display can indicate 'N' when the shifter is set into 'D' or 'R', and the as a result, the truck will not move. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence/Starter Interlock/Transmission Braking Effect," and number 101, "Control and Displays."

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install a transmission software update, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall is 18KWA and 118-A.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.