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PACCAR recalls 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for ABS and stability control ECU issue

PACCAR recalled 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks (2021-2025 models) because electrical noise could cause Electronic Control Units to stop functioning, disabling anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, traction control, active cruise control, and collision mitigation systems, increasing crash risk. Dealers reprogrammed the ECU software at no cost.

Occurred 2024-12-12 · Peterbilt 579 (Autonomous) at Dallas · PACCAR · Dallas · Trucks · Investigated by NHTSA

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  1. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/recalls/2024/12/12/paccar-recall-peterbilt-kenworth-trucks/76943110007/

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  • Active · 2026-07-06 · agent:depth

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What happened in PACCAR recalls 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for ABS and stability control ECU issue?
PACCAR recalled 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks (2021-2025 models) because electrical noise could cause Electronic Control Units to stop functioning, disabling anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, traction control, active cruise control, and collision mitigation systems, increasing crash risk. Dealers reprogrammed the ECU software at no cost.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on December 12, 2024 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in PACCAR recalls 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for ABS and stability control ECU issue?
Peterbilt 579 (Autonomous) by PACCAR is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Dallas.
Has anyone responded to PACCAR recalls 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for ABS and stability control ECU issue?
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What is the current status of PACCAR recalls 220,972 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for ABS and stability control ECU issue?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
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