KENWORTH T680 (2018) recall — Power Train
PACCAR recalls 2018 Kenworth T680 trucks with faulty transmission control modules that may cause unintended vehicle movement when starting, risking crashes. Owners must update software free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the transmission is not in neutral when the engine begins running, there may be unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
PACCAR is recalling 2018 Kenworth T680 trucks that may move unexpectedly when starting due to a faulty transmission control module. This could increase crash risk if the transmission isn't in neutral. Owners must update the software for free. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225102-kenworth-t680-2018-recall-unintended-movement-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225102-kenworth-t680-2018-recall-unintended-movement-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V840000
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“Kenworth T680 (2018) Recall: Unintended Movement Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225102-kenworth-t680-2018-recall-unintended-movement-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17V840000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V840000).
Why it’s dangerous
The transmission control module (TCM) may allow the engine to crank briefly even if the transmission shifter is not in neutral. This can cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing crash risk during startup.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018 Kenworth T680 trucks with specific Eaton Endurant or PACCAR AMT transmissions are affected. Drivers using these trucks without the software update are at risk of unintended movement when starting.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2018 Kenworth T680 has an Eaton Endurant or PACCAR AMT transmission. The recall covers vehicles with specific TCM software versions: 1217F and 1717KWF.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software
Contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or 1-425-828-5000 to get the free TCM software update.
What NHTSA says to do
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2018. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 1217F and 1717KWF.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The transmission control module (TCM) may allow the engine to crank briefly even if the transmission shifter is not in neutral, increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my truck is affected?
Your 2018 Kenworth T680 with an Eaton Endurant or PACCAR AMT transmission and TCM software versions 1217F or 1717KWF is affected.
What should I do if I have the affected truck?
Contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or 1-425-828-5000 to get the free TCM software update.
Contact Kenworth
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kenworth to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V840000 — Kenworth Kenworth Hello, I own a Kenworth that is covered by recall 17V840000 from Kenworth. The official recall notice states: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2018. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000, or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 1217F and 1717KWF. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V840000 (December 22, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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