SteeringRecall 26V-022 · Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles

PACCAR Incorporated recall 26V-022 covers 219 Kenworth and Peterbilt vehicles for a steering problem, reported to NHTSA on January 19, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 52% of affected vehicles repaired.

52%
Vehicles repaired114 of 219 · 2026 Q3
Vehicles affected2192 models
ReportedJan 19, 2026Owners notified Mar 10, 2026
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 26V022000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026 Kenworth L770 and 2024-2026 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The right-hand stand-up (RHSU) configuration on the steering cross-shaft may become stressed and fail.

The risk

A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and repair the steering cross-shafts and replace any damaged or broken cross-shafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACA.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

52%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2026 Q12026 Q3
2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from October 9, 2023 to August 6, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.