Recall 17V471000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Report Date
20170725
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Affected Vehicles
20 models
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
Safety Consequence
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T680 |
| 2013 | KENWORTH | T880 |
| 2013 | PETERBILT | 567 |
| 2013 | PETERBILT | 579 |
| 2014 | KENWORTH | T680 |
| 2014 | KENWORTH | T880 |
| 2014 | PETERBILT | 567 |
| 2014 | PETERBILT | 579 |
| 2015 | KENWORTH | T680 |
| 2015 | KENWORTH | T880 |
| 2015 | PETERBILT | 567 |
| 2015 | PETERBILT | 579 |
| 2016 | KENWORTH | T680 |
| 2016 | KENWORTH | T880 |
| 2016 | PETERBILT | 567 |
| 2016 | PETERBILT | 579 |
| 2017 | KENWORTH | T680 |
| 2017 | KENWORTH | T880 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 567 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 579 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.