Recall 13V091 covers 2,509 2013-2014 Kenworth T880, 567, T680, 579, and 587 trucks for fraying seat belt cables. Free dealer repair.
Kenworth is recalling 2,509 2013-2014 T680, T880, 567, 579, and 587 trucks equipped with air ride seats because the seat belt buckle anchor cables can fray. In a crash, a frayed belt can separate from the seat, increasing injury risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected 2013-2014 Kenworth T880, T680, 567, 579, and 587 trucks have air ride seats with seat belt buckle anchor cables. Those cables secure the buckle ends for the driver and passenger belts. When the belt is latched, the cable keeps the buckle tied to the seat so the restraint holds against the seat's movement and occupant load.
On these trucks, the buckle anchor cables can fray. Fraying means individual strands in the cable wear or break, reducing the cable's strength. If enough strands fail, the buckle anchor no longer holds the belt system as designed, and the seat belt loses part of the support it needs during a crash or hard stop.
There is no warning sign before failure. The cable damage is at the buckle anchor, so an owner should not expect a dashboard light or clear change in how the seat belt latches.
Who's affected?
Spans five truck models across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the seat belt component.
| 2014 Kenworth T880 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2013 Kenworth T880 | seat belt |
| 2014 Peterbilt 567 | seat belt |
| 2014 Kenworth T680 | seat belt |
| 2013 Kenworth T680 | seat belt |
| 2013 Peterbilt 567 | seat belt |
| 2013 Peterbilt 579 | seat belt |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | seat belt |
| 2013 Peterbilt 587 | seat belt |
| 2014 Peterbilt 587 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 2,509 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, a frayed seat belt can separate from the seat and leave the occupant with less restraint, increasing the risk of injury. If your VIN is included, schedule the belt buckle assembly replacement promptly and avoid using a visibly damaged belt. Repair will be free at any franchised Kenworth dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Kenworth T880, 567, T680, 579, or 587 truck is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Kenworth dealer and ask whether the free seat belt buckle assembly replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V091 when you call the dealer.
- Bring the recall notice if Kenworth mailed one to you.
- Use the seat belt normally until the repair, but ask the dealer about prompt service if the buckle cable shows fraying.
What happens at the repair
Kenworth's remedy is to replace both seat belt buckle assemblies. At the dealer, a Kenworth technician removes the driver and passenger buckle assemblies, including the fraying anchor cable hardware, and installs replacement assemblies. The recall began on May 9, 2013, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The source filing does not give a separate repair-time estimate, so ask the service desk how long the truck will be in the bay when scheduling the recall work.
Timeline
| March 13, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 9, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V091?
Recall 13V091 covers 2,509 2013-2014 Kenworth T880, 567, T680, 579, and 587 trucks equipped with air ride seats. The seat belt buckle anchor cables can fray, and Kenworth dealers will replace both seat belt buckle assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Kenworth T880, 567, T680, 579, or 587 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 13V091. If it is, contact a franchised Kenworth dealer to schedule replacement of both seat belt buckle assemblies. Reference recall number 13V091 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will replace both seat belt buckle assemblies free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Kenworth dealer.
What is the safety risk?
A frayed seat belt buckle anchor cable can let the belt separate from the seat in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant. Until the repair is complete, confirm your VIN and schedule the free buckle assembly replacement if your truck is included.
What if I bought this truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2013-2014 Kenworth truck is included, then contact a franchised Kenworth dealer and reference recall number 13V091.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V091000 |
|---|---|
| Kenworth customer service | 1-425-828-5000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V091 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V091000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →