Peterbilt 579 and Kenworth T680 Air Brake Valve
PACCAR is recalling certain 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579 and 2027 Kenworth T680 tractors due to an incorrectly installed air brake valve.
Owners should contact their authorized dealer to have the trailer air connection quick release valve inspected and, if necessary, reinstalled correctly at no cost.
Recall at a glance
- Vehicles affected
- 8
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 26PACC
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-940-591-4220
Why it was recalled
PACCAR is recalling certain 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579 and 2027 Kenworth T680 tractors because the trailer air connection quick release valve in the air brake system may have been incorrectly installed. This condition can cause trailer instability during braking and fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121. The recall is distributed nationwide.
Is mine affected?
This recall covers specific vehicles. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or check with the manufacturer to confirm yours is included.
PETERBILT 579 (2026-2027), SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Reported to NHTSA
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-07-16 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification