RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR
2025 Peterbilt 220 recalls
5 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2025 Peterbilt 220 with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.
- Canadian recalls
- 03
- U.S. recalls
- 02
- Total campaigns
- 05
Transport Canada recalls
03- High Voltage#2026256
29 units affected
Issue: On certain electric trucks, a problem with a wiring harness connector could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2025-151. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels 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, replace the wiring harness.
- High Voltage#2025151
4 units affected
Issue: On a small number of electric trucks, a problem with a wiring harness connector could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels. Safety Risk: A loss of power to the wheels 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, replace the wiring harness.
- Steering#2024335
757 units affected
Issue: On certain trucks, the ball stud on the drag link and/or tie rod may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the stud could fail and cause a loss of steering control. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: PACCAR advises not to drive the truck until the recall repairs are completed. PACCAR will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a dealership to arrange for an inspection. The dealer will replace the drag link and/or tie rod, as necessary.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
U.S. NHTSA recalls
02- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM#25V182000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Peterbilt 220, 2022-2026 Kenworth K370, and 2020-2026 K270 Medium-Duty Battery Electric Vehicles. The cradle harness may have a loose electrical connection that can cause a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the cradle harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 8, 2025. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 25KWD and 25PBD.
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY#24V433000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Kenworth K270, K370, L770, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900, W990, 2025 Peterbilt 220, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 589 trucks. The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.
Risk: A broken ball stud can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod and drag link assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2024. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24KWG and 24PBG.
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada
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