Peterbilt 520: Steering

Affects Peterbilt 520 · 2025–2026 — about 24 vehicles.

The hazard

Issue: On certain trucks, the steering cross shaft could fail and cause a loss of right-hand steering control. Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with a right-hand stand up steering configuration. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could 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, repair the steering cross shaft.

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