Vehicle speed may unexpectedly increase
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 peterbilt 220 and kenworth k300 trucks manufactured september 1, 2014, to march 30, 2015. each time the cruise control speed decrease button is pressed, the vehicle speed will actually increase by one mile per hour.
Safety Consequence
If a driver is intending to slow down a vehicle but instead it inadvertently speeds up, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will update the cab controller software, free of charge. The recall began on june 5, 2015. owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. paccar's numbers for this recall are 415-e and 15kwc.
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FAQ: Recall 15V206000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V206000?
NHTSA recall 15V206000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 7, 2015. It addresses: Vehicle speed may unexpectedly increase. The recall affects approximately 379 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V206000 or the manufacturer campaign number 415-E and 15KWC. 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.