PACCAR Incorporated is recalling 782 model year 2025 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because a steering gear component may have been manufactured incorrectly. The steering gear sector shaft might have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture during use. Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers and replace the parts free of charge to ensure the vehicles remain safe to operate.
If the steering gear teeth fracture, the driver can experience a complete loss of steering control. This failure can happen without warning, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.
Serial number inspection and replacement of steering gears.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response