Insufficient illumination from lights/fmvss 108
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2024-2026 kenworth t480, t680, t880, w990, peterbilt 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589, 2025 kenworth t180, peterbilt 535, 2025-2026 kenworth t280, t380 and l770 vehicles. The tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intended. In addition, the lift axles, if lowered, may revert to a raised position, or oscillate up and down when the signal warning lights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
Delayed and unsteady headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an unexpected position change of the lift axles may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the vcu software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed august 19, 2025. Owners may contact kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 25pacf.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 25V436000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V436000?
NHTSA recall 25V436000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on June 26, 2025. It addresses: Insufficient illumination from lights/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 56,260 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V436000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25PACF. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.