2013–2017 Kenworth T680, 2013–2017 Kenworth T880, 2013–2017 Peterbilt 567 and 1 other model Recall: Spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short
NHTSA campaign 17V471000 · Exterior Lighting · filed Jul 25, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
The risk
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V471000 (manufacturer number 17KWC and 717-B). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.