Electrical system: propulsion systemRecall 25V-181 · Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles
PACCAR Incorporated recall 25V-181 covers 238 Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles for a electrical system: propulsion system problem, reported to NHTSA on March 24, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 85% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V181000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.
The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the software and replace the electrical harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25PBC and 25KWC.
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
85%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.