Kenworth recall: 2027 T680 and 5 more – seats
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990 and 3 more models because of a fire risk – 811 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on August 21, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Lower risk A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.
Share
| Product | 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990 and 3 more models |
| Brand | Kenworth |
| Company | PACCAR Incorporated |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | August 21, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | August 21, 2026 |
| Quantity | 811 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V544000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | T680 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | T880 | 2027 |
| Kenworth | W990 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 567 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 579 | 2027 |
| Peterbilt | 589 | 2027 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V544000
- Manufacturer recall number
- 26PACE
- Component
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
- Built
- 2026-03-19 to 2026-07-15
- Recalled part
- Gra-Mag GT703 Seat · SEAT-KW GRMG GT703 · S78-1174-XX2XXXXX
- Recalled part
- Gra-Mag GT703 Seat · SEAT-PB GRMG GT703 · S78-1177-XX2XXXXX
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: a fire risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 567, 579, 589 and 2027 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.”
What to do
NHTSA: “Dealers will replace the harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 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 26PACE.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V544000.
Other vehicle recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 |  Lippert recall: Seating Power Cord – electrical systemVehicles · 4,435 units (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Equipment |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Grand Design recall: 2026–2027 Imagine – equipmentVehicles · 148 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Genesis recall: 2017–2020 G80 and 1 more – seatsVehicles · 94,622 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Honda recall: 2023–2026 Accord Hybrid and 2 more – tiresVehicles · 4,804 vehicles (potentially affected) | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Tiffin recall: 2022–2025 Allegro Bus and 1 more – fuel systemVehicles · 177 vehicles (potentially affected) | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Toyota recall: 2026 RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid – engine and engine coolingVehicles · 30,978 vehicles (potentially affected) | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Kenworth 2027 Kenworth T680, 2027 Kenworth T880, 2027 Kenworth W990 recalled?
Yes. PACCAR Incorporated reported the recall to NHTSA on August 21, 2026; NHTSA published it August 21, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a fire risk. PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 567, 579, 589 and 2027 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Dealers will replace the harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 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 26PACE.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.