Driveline: driveshaftRecall 23V-616 · Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles
PACCAR Incorporated recall 23V-616 covers 21 Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles for a driveline: driveshaft problem, reported to NHTSA on September 5, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 48% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V616000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth K270, K370, and Peterbilt 220 trucks. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
The risk
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWG and 23PBG.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
48%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.