Peterbilt 520 (Peterbilt) – Steering Linkage Component Risk (2024)
Loose steering arm fasteners can cause a loss of steering control.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2025 PETERBILT 520
Brand
PETERBILT
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2025
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2025 PETERBILT 520 vehicles due to steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm issues. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 367, 389, 548, Kenworth T480, T800, 2024-2025 Peterbilt 520, 567 and Kenworth T880 vehicles with PACCAR 20k steer axles. The steering arm and/or tie rod bracket fasteners may fail, resulting in a loss of steering control.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will install new correctly torqued fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 24KWK and 24PBK.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026