Electrical system: propulsion systemRecall 25V-182 · Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles
PACCAR Incorporated recall 25V-182 covers 211 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 69% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V182000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Peterbilt 220, 2022-2026 Kenworth K370, and 2020-2026 K270 Medium-Duty Battery Electric Vehicles. The cradle harness may have a loose electrical connection that can cause a loss of drive power.
The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the cradle harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 8, 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 25KWD and 25PBD.
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
69%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.