CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE/IPDM
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 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 26PACD.
What this recall means for you
The power distribution center (PDC) box on these trucks may be contaminated with oil. This can cause a loss of drive power, loss of Antilock Brake System (ABS) function, loss of exterior lighting, loss of windshield wipers, or loss of the defogging system. The vehicles also fail to meet federal safety standards for defrosting and defogging, windshield wiping and washing, and lamps.
A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 23, 2026. To ask about this recall, contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888, and reference PACCAR recall number 26PACD. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls.
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