Heavy Duty Battery Electric Vehicle High Voltage Interlock Loop Interrupts
Recall Filing Date: March 24, 2025
Recall ID: 2025-150
Manufacturer Recall ID: 25KWC
In accordance with the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act, PACCAR, Inc. has determined to recall the vehicles below.
Manufacturer
Kenworth Truck Company, 10630 NE 38th PI., Kirkland, WA 98033
Description of Defect/Non-Compliance
High voltage interlock loop (HVIL) disruptions open high voltage contactors on battery electric powertrain.
Safety Risk
Open high voltage contactors create a sudden loss of high voltage. Open electrical contactors cause a loss of propulsion and may increase the risk of a crash.
Cause
Open high voltage contactors create a sudden loss of high voltage. Open electrical contactors cause a loss of propulsion and may increase the risk of a crash.
Identification of Potentially Defective Vehicles
Vehicle Makes and Models: Kenworth T680
Vehicle Model Years: 2023 to 2024
Production Dates: 01-25-22 to 03-17-23
Description of Remedy
Affected vehicle owners will be notified and dealers will update software and replace an electrical harness free of charge. Owners who incurred costs to obtain a remedy for the problem addressed by the recall in advance of receiving notification may seek reimbursement through the process outlined in the general reimbursement plan on file.
Interim Safety Precautions
Not applicable.
Parts Availability
PACCAR Inc. confirms that the parts necessary to correct this defect are available through authorized service centers.
If you have questions regarding recall information on this website or published before January 2025, please contact us:
- Email: servicebulletins@paccar.com
- Phone: 425-828-5888
For vehicle specific inquiries, including:
- Reporting a safety concern
- Informing us of a transfer of ownership
- Updating your address