Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
0 investigations; 0 open.
Manufacturer communications
14 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system
System
Count
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
6
ENGINE
3
Software
2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1
Equipment
1
11037545
Date: 2026-09-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
The bulletin has been updated to include vehicles equipped with 141 kWh batteries.
11037541
Date: 2026-09-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
11029641
Date: 2026-02-26. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Software updates are available for certain Peterbilt Model 220 BEVs that experience battery pack cell imbalances.
11029642
Date: 2026-02-26. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Certain Model 220, K270, and K370 BEV chassis are broadcasting incorrect VINs to PACCAR Solutions.
11019172
Date: 2025-05-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
5/29/2025: A new Ethernet Multiplexed Architecture (EMUX) Service Tool Kit service manual (SM034-022) has been released to provide general use information. The new EMUX Service Tool Kit improves cab & chassis electrical troubleshooting efficiency, while reducing risk of component damage. 4/29/2025:
11010926
Date: 2024-11-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting issues. A new Starter Troubleshooting Guide has been created to provide a comprehensive list of starting system checks, which should reduce unnecessary starter replacements and associated warran
11008566
Date: 2024-09-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Information Only Storage guideline procedures are now available for both Medium Duty and Heavy-Duty Battery Electric Vehicles.
11008569
Date: 2024-09-14. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Information Only New diagnostic tool is required to support PACCAR Ethernet Multiplexed Architecture (EMUX). The EMUX Service Tool Kit will help improve cab & chassis electrical troubleshooting efficiency, while reducing the risk of component damage.
BEV Phase 2 tools have been added to the BEV required tools lists.
11005569
Date: 2024-07-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
07/24/2024 - Updated the Emissions Warranty Coverage tables. Added new coverage tables and PartsLists for GHG/Vehicle Parts and ZEP/BEV Parts. 03/07/2022 - New Emissions bulletin which consolidates older versions and accounts for new CARBemissions requirements that go into effect with Engine Model Y
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