Rear wheel lug nuts may be loose
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2016 kenworth t660, t680, t800, t880, and w900 trucks manufactured february 1, 2015, to april 20, 2015. during assembly, the affected vehicles did not undergo the rear wheel mounting torque verification process, and thus the rear wheels may be loose.
Safety Consequence
If the rear wheel lug nuts are undertorqued, the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Kenworth will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the rear wheel lug nuts are correctly tightened, free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2015. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. kenworth's number for this recall is 15kwg.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Wheels.
FAQ: Recall 15V272000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V272000?
NHTSA recall 15V272000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on May 11, 2015. It addresses: Rear wheel lug nuts may be loose. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V272000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15KWG. 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.