Underhood battery jumper cable may short circuit
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2015-2020 peterbilt 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles equipped with a left-hand under hood jumper terminal (option code 2539410). the positive battery jumper terminal cable may be too long, allowing it to chafe against the left front suspension spring and result in an electrical short circuit.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery jumper terminal cables, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began april 30, 2020. owners may contact paccar customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 20pba.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 20V130000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V130000?
NHTSA recall 20V130000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on March 4, 2020. It addresses: Underhood battery jumper cable may short circuit. The recall affects approximately 35,671 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V130000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20PBA. 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.