Rear drive axles may have insufficient lubricant
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 kenworth t680 and t880 trucks manufactured november 17, 2014, to january 5, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with meritor mt-40-14x rear drive axles that may circulate an inadequate amount of lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Safety Consequence
Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a wheel-end fire or crash.
Corrective Action
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective rear drive axle and inspect the wheel ends for damage, replacing them, as needed, free of charge. The recall began may 29, 2015. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Paccar's number for this recall is 15kwb.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V196000?
NHTSA recall 15V196000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 3, 2015. It addresses: Rear drive axles may have insufficient lubricant. The recall affects approximately 24 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15KWB. 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: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.