Methane detection system may fail
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2016-2022 peterbilt 567, 579, 2021-2022 peterbilt 536, 2017-2021 kenworth t880, 2016-2022 kenworth t680, 2018-2020 kenworth t440, 2020 kenworth t270, and 2021 kenworth t280 vehicles. the methane detection system will not function if the system loses power.
Safety Consequence
The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will re-wire the warning alarm, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed december 1, 2022. owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220, and kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. paccar's numbers for this recall are 21kwh and 21pbn.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 21V00N000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V00N000?
NHTSA recall 21V00N000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on December 29, 2021. It addresses: Methane detection system may fail. The recall affects approximately 1,107 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 21V00N000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21KWH and 21PBN. 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.