On October 21, 2026, PACCAR Incorporated announced a recall affecting 26,729 vehicles, including certain 2022-2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt models. The recall addresses a potential issue where remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, leading to fuel leaks and engine stalls. The company will replace the fuel hoses at no charge, with owner notification letters scheduled to be mailed starting December 20, 2026.
Press Release: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Published October 21, 2026. Reproduced in full from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
PACCAR Incorporated recall: Fuel Filter Hoses May Disconnect and Leak Fuel
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V700000
- Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
- Vehicles potentially affected: 26,729
- Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Kenworth T370, T270, 2022-2027 Kenworth T280, Peterbilt 548, 2023-2027 Kenworth T480, T380, Peterbilt 536, 537, and 2025 Peterbilt 567 vehicles. The remote fuel filter hoses may separate from the fitting, causing a fuel leak and an engine stall.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters will be mailed beginning December 20, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACJ.
Check your vehicle identification number at NHTSA's recall lookup.