PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 389 Pride and Class edition
— Recall Campaign #15V036000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 389 Pride and Class edition vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to December 4, 2014, and equipped with electronic stability control (ESC). The affected vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect horn contact plate that may damage the ESC steering angle sensor.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 39 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V036000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 27, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V036000 |
| Units affected: | 39 |
- Description:
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 389 Pride and Class edition vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to December 4, 2014, and equipped with electronic stability control (ESC). The affected vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect horn contact plate that may damage the ESC steering angle sensor.
- Consequeces:
- If the steering angle sensor is damaged, the ESC sensor may malfunction, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the horn contact plate and the ESC steering angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 115A.
- Notes:
- 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.