Peterbilt 520: Steering

Affects Peterbilt 520 · 2024–2026 — about 219 vehicles.

The hazard

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

What to do

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.

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