Loss of electronic stability control/fmvss 136
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 peterbilt 579 and 2023 kenworth t680 vehicles. incorrect software in the battery electric heavy duty electronic stability control program may underestimate the mass of the vehicle. as such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, "electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles."
Safety Consequence
An incorrect estimate of the vehicle mass can reduce the performance of the stability control system and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 17, 2023. owners may contact paccar's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (kenworth) and 1-940-591-4220 (peterbilt). paccar's numbers for this recall are 23pba and 23kwa.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 23V007000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 23V007000?
NHTSA recall 23V007000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on January 16, 2023. It addresses: Loss of electronic stability control/fmvss 136. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 23V007000 or the manufacturer campaign number 23PBA and 23KWA. 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.