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Kenworth tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.

NHTSA campaign 24V-433 · Reported June 12, 2024 · 7,410 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
Kenworth L770, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900, W990, 220, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579 and 589
VEHICLES AFFECTED
7,410
REMEDY
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed.
COST
Free

The short version

PACCAR Incorporated reported a problem with the linkages tie rod assembly. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

The tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to break.

WHY IT MATTERS

A broken ball stud can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

WHAT TO DO

Take it to a dealer — they will inspect and replace the tie rod and drag link assemblies as necessary, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 24V-433.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2025Kenworth L770
2025Kenworth T280
2025Kenworth T380
2025Kenworth T480
2025Kenworth T680
2025Kenworth T880
2025Kenworth W900
2025Kenworth W990
2025Peterbilt 220
2025Peterbilt 520
2025Peterbilt 536
2025Peterbilt 537
2025Peterbilt 548
2025Peterbilt 567
2025Peterbilt 579
2025Peterbilt 589

What changed

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