Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Power distribution center (PDC) box concern leads PACCAR to recall nearly 6,000 vehicles, (Aug 6, 2026)
Organizations Mentioned:PACCAR Inc.
By Joe Cox, J.D.
Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers and replace the PDC boxes as necessary.
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling about 5,919 model year 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report here for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, 104, and 108, which regard windshield defrosting and defogging systems; windshield wiping and washing systems; and lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment, respectively. A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or drive power can increase the risk of a crash (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 26V485, Report receipt date: July 27, 2026).
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Contact information. 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 26PACD.
Companies: PACCAR Inc.
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