Paccar: Delayed Brake Timing (service Brakes, Air)
Recall Summary PACCAR is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 548 trucks because the front brake valve and hoses may be the wrong size, which can delay how quickly the rear brakes and trailer brakes respond. Delayed brake response increases crash risk and means these trucks don't meet federal brake system safety standards. Dealers will replace the affected parts at no cost to owners.
- Recalling firm
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Product
- Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR. PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 548 trucks. The front brake valve and hoses may be the incorrect size, which can delay the rear service brake application and release, as well as the trailer gladhand application times. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Reason
- Delayed brake response time can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake valves and hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 31, 2026. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 26PACF.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-09-01
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/b88ea95b-c486-40fc-8a3f-2173b4f28a9b