Kenworth T380, T280 +2 more: Powertrain

Affects Kenworth T380, T280, T480, T180 · 2023–2024 — about 117 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain trucks, the accelerator pedal could stick and cause the engine not to return to idle. Safety Risk: An engine that doesn't return to idle could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: PACCAR will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the accelerator pedal assembly.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational