Recall 21V609 affects 6 2020 Peterbilt 220 vehicles for overheated stator wires and loss of drive power. Free repair at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.
Peterbilt is recalling 6 2020 220 vehicles equipped with Meritor 14Xe ePowertrains because insufficiently crimped stator assembly wires can create high resistance and overheating. If the high-voltage system fails to start or loses power, the vehicle can lose drive power and increase crash risk; Peterbilt dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The stator assembly in the 2020 Peterbilt 220 with the Meritor 14Xe ePowertrain is part of the electric propulsion system. It works inside the motor to help turn electrical energy into motion, so the truck can start and move under high-voltage power. The stator lug terminations are the connection points where the wiring is fastened to carry that electrical load.
On affected trucks, those wire terminations were not crimped tightly enough. A loose or poor crimp adds electrical resistance, which creates excess heat at the connection. That heat can interfere with the high-voltage system and prevent it from starting. The repaired ePowertrain uses stator lug terminations that are crimped correctly.
The operator can get a warning from the supervisory controller before power is lost. Treat that warning as the sign that the propulsion system needs attention before the truck is used again.
Who's affected?
Both affected components use the same stator assembly.
| 2020 Peterbilt 220 | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2020 Peterbilt 220 | Engine |
| Units affected | 6 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 6 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of power to the system can take away drive power and increase the risk of a crash. Treat a supervisory controller warning as a reason to slow down, move out of traffic, and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Peterbilt 220 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer to confirm the free stator inspection and replacement that fixes the insufficiently crimped stator wires.
- Reference recall number 21V609 and Peterbilt recall 21PBH when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the repair is complete for your truck, and keep the paperwork.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer confirms the repair is complete; loss of drive power increases crash risk.
What happens at the repair
For this campaign, Peterbilt has already inspected the affected vehicles and replaced the stator parts tied to the Meritor ePowertrain. A Peterbilt technician should be able to confirm that the recall work is complete in the service record. The recall repair is covered at no charge. If you already paid out of pocket for a related stator or high voltage system repair before the recall work was completed, Peterbilt's general reimbursement plan applies to documented expenses. Ask Peterbilt customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit the paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 4, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| August 4, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V609?
Recall 21V609 covers 6 2020 Peterbilt 220 trucks equipped with Meritor 14Xe ePowertrains. The stator assembly wires were insufficiently crimped, creating high resistance, overheating, and a high-voltage system that fails to start. PACCAR says the affected stator parts have already been inspected and replaced.
What should I do if my 2020 Peterbilt 220 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 21V609. If it is, call a franchised Peterbilt dealer or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 and reference recall 21V609 or PACCAR recall 21PBH. The recall work is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and PACCAR says the stator parts on the affected Peterbilt 220 trucks have already been inspected and replaced. If your VIN still shows an open recall, contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of drive power. PACCAR reported that a loss of power to the system can cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included and the recall still shows open, arrange the free repair with a Peterbilt dealer before regular use.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V609000 |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt customer service | 1-940-591-4220 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V609 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V609000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →