NHTSA vehicle safety data

2027 Kenworth T680 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2027 Kenworth T680 has 3 NHTSA recalls and 1 owner complaint on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Kenworth dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2027 Kenworth T680. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

NHTSA #26V544000

Reported August 21, 2026 · PACCAR Incorporated

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Free manufacturer remedy

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE/IPDM

NHTSA #26V485000

Reported July 27, 2026 · PACCAR Incorporated

Defect description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. The power distribution center (PDC) box may be contaminated with oil, which could result in a loss of drive power, Antilock Brake System (ABS) functionality, exterior lighting, windshield wipers, or the defogging system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems," 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems," and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

A loss of lighting, windshield wipers, ABS function, or a loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the PDC serial numbers, and replace the PDC boxes as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed September 25, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACD.

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE

NHTSA #26V442000

Reported July 8, 2026 · PACCAR Incorporated

Defect description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579 and 2027 Kenworth T680 tractors. The trailer air connection quick release (QR) valve in the air brake system may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause the trailer to become unstable after the driver applies the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

An incorrectly installed quick release valve that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Paccar inspected and reinstalled the valves, as necessary, free of charge. All affected tractors have been repaired and therefore no owner notification letters are necessary. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACC.

Other Kenworth T680 model years

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