2023 Kenworth K270, 2023 Kenworth K370, 2023 Peterbilt 220 Recall: Driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions
NHTSA campaign 23V616000 · Power Train · filed Sep 5, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Kenworth K270, K370, and Peterbilt 220 trucks. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
The risk
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. 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 23KWG and 23PBG.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V616000 (manufacturer number 23KWG and 23PBG). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.