PACCAR recalls 2020 Kenworth T680 trucks with NAMUX software that may not warn drivers if ABS loses power, risking crashes. Owners must update software free via dealer.
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
PACCAR is recalling 2020 Kenworth T680 trucks with outdated NAMUX software. If the anti-lock brakes (ABS) lose power, the warning light may not activate, increasing crash risk. This affects vehicles sold between May 2020 and present.
If the ABS loses battery or ignition power, the dash warning light may not illuminate. This means drivers won't know the brakes are disabled, potentially causing a crash.
Owners of 2020 Kenworth T680 trucks with NAMUX software are affected. Drivers of these vehicles are at risk if the ABS loses power without warning.
Check for 2020 Kenworth T680 trucks with NAMUX software. The recall began May 26, 2020, and applies to vehicles sold since then.
Reach out to Kenworth at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4220 for assistance.
Dealers will update the software free of charge to fix the warning light issue.
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
The NAMUX software may not warn drivers if the anti-lock brakes (ABS) lose power, increasing crash risk.
Your 2020 Kenworth T680 with NAMUX software is affected. The recall started May 26, 2020.
No deadline is specified; dealers will update the software free of charge when you contact them.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kenworth to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V199000 — Kenworth Kenworth Hello, I own a Kenworth that is covered by recall 20V199000 from Kenworth. The official recall notice states: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB. 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.
