Recall 21V080000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 21V080000. Component: ENGINE. 132 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Defect Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kenworth T680, T880, W990, T800, W900 and Peterbilt 579, 567, 389, 367 vehicles equipped with a Cummins X15 engine. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will properly torque the capscrews and the engine will also be inspected for damage and, if necessary, repaired, free of charge. The recall began on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth) or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWA and 21PBB.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other PACCAR INCORPORATED Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent PACCAR INCORPORATED Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V022000 | Jan 19, 2026 | STEERING | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 219 |
| 25V795000 | Nov 17, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK | PETERBILT | 62 |
| 25V569000 | Sep 2, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | KENWORTH | 18,332 |
| 25V436000 | Jun 26, 2025 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 56,260 |
| 25V353000 | May 28, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR | PETERBILT | 315 |
| 25V181000 | Mar 24, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 238 |
| 25V182000 | Mar 24, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 168 |
| 25V041000 | Jan 29, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 5,378 |
| 25V014000 | Jan 16, 2025 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 1,110 |
| 24V915000 | Dec 9, 2024 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | KENWORTH, PETERBILT | 220,764 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.