Kenworth T800B, W900 +4 more: Steering — tie rod assembly

Affects Kenworth T800B, W900, T370, T480, T880, W990 · 2023 — about 79 vehicles.

The hazard

Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace both tie rod clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22PBJ and 22KWJ.

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