Exterior lighting switch failure/fmvss 101 & 108
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2025 kenworth t180, peterbilt 535, 567, 2025-2026 kenworth t280, 2023-2026 kenworth t380, 2024-2026 kenworth t480, 2024-2026 peterbilt 536, 537, and 548 trucks. the exterior lighting switch may fail, resulting in the hazard lights and the instrument display back-light brightness adjustment not functioning. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 101, "control and displays" and 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
Inoperative hazard lights cannot alert other drivers as intended. in addition, the inability to adjust the brightness on the instrument panel display can make it difficult to see critical safety information or distract the driver. both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the vehicle cab controller unit (vecu) software, free of charge. owners are advised that a non-responsive switch can be temporarily reset by a key cycle. owner notification letters were mailed march 26, 2025. owners may contact kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's numbers for this recall are 25kwb and 25pbb.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 25V041000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 25V041000?
NHTSA recall 25V041000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on January 30, 2025. It addresses: Exterior lighting switch failure/fmvss 101 & 108. The recall affects approximately 5,378 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 25V041000 or the manufacturer campaign number 25KWB 25PBB. 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.