Recall 14V027 affects 86 2013-2014 Kenworth T660 and T680 trucks for misplaced parking brakes. Repair is free at any franchised Kenworth dealer.
Kenworth is recalling 86 2013-2014 T660 and T680 trucks configured with a dead axle tandem, air disc brakes, and spring brake delete options because the parking brake is on the non-driven rear axle. If that axle does not hold the truck, it can roll away after the parking brakes are set; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The parking brake on a 2013-2014 Kenworth T660 or T680 is the brake system that holds the truck still after the driver parks it. On these tandem-axle trucks, the parking brake needs to act on the rear axle that is meant to hold the vehicle when air pressure is released. That holding force keeps the truck from rolling after the service brakes are no longer being applied.
On affected trucks, Kenworth says the parking brake was placed on the non-driven rear axle on certain dead-axle tandem configurations with air disc brakes and the spring brake delete option. A non-driven axle rolls with the truck but does not receive power from the driveline. Putting the parking brake there means the holding force is applied in the wrong place for this brake layout.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver is unlikely to feel a change while driving because the issue is in how the parking brake is installed, not in the normal brake pedal feel.
Who's affected?
Covers T660 and T680 trucks across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all listed under the parking brake component.
| 2013 Kenworth T660 | Parking brake |
|---|---|
| 2014 Kenworth T660 | Parking brake |
| 2013 Kenworth T680 | Parking brake |
| 2014 Kenworth T680 | Parking brake |
| Units affected | 86 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The parking brake is not on the driven axle, so the parked truck can roll away even when the parking brakes are set. That rollaway risk increases the chance of a crash. Use extra care when parking and schedule the recall service. Repair will be free at any franchised Kenworth dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Kenworth T660 or T680 is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice Kenworth mailed on April 9, 2014, or ask Kenworth customer service for a copy if you bought the truck used.
- Contact a franchised Kenworth dealer and reference recall number 14V027 when you ask about the free parking-brake relocation.
- Confirm the repair moves the parking brake components to the forward wheel axle so the parking brake holds the driven axle.
- Avoid parking on grades until the repair is complete, and use wheel chocks when the truck is parked.
What happens at the repair
Kenworth's listed remedy is to move the parking brake components from the non-driven rear axle to the forward wheel axle. Once the dealer repair is available, a Kenworth technician will relocate those parking brake parts and confirm the brake setup matches the recall instructions. The work addresses the recall condition on affected 2013-2014 T660 and T680 trucks, not routine brake wear. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| January 29, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 9, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V027?
Recall 14V027 covers 86 2013-2014 Kenworth T660 and T680 trucks configured with a dead axle tandem, air disc brakes, and spring brake delete options. The parking brake was placed on the non-driven rear axle. Kenworth dealers will move the parking brake components to the forward wheel axle for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Kenworth T660 or T680 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V027. If it is, contact a franchised Kenworth dealer to schedule the parking brake repair. Reference recall 14V027 and Kenworth recall number 14KWE when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. A franchised Kenworth dealer will move the parking brake components to the forward wheel axle free of charge, including covered parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The truck can roll away after the parking brakes are set if the brake is installed on the non-driven rear axle. That rollaway risk increases the chance of a crash. If your VIN is included, have a franchised Kenworth dealer complete the free parking brake repair.
What if I bought this Kenworth truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or the place of purchase. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Kenworth dealer with recall 14V027 and Kenworth recall number 14KWE if your truck is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V027000 |
|---|---|
| Kenworth customer service | 1-425-468-7400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V027 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V027000 |
Source documents
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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 →