PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2016-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles with dual
— Recall Campaign #20V132000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles with dual foot valves and a liftable tag or tri-drive rear axles. The rear brake signal hose may be missing a quick release valve, possibly causing a delay in their brake release timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Disc Brakes."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 233 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V132000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 04, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V132000 |
| Units affected: | 233 |
- Description:
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles with dual foot valves and a liftable tag or tri-drive rear axles. The rear brake signal hose may be missing a quick release valve, possibly causing a delay in their brake release timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Disc Brakes."
- Consequeces:
- A delayed brake release may increase the risk of crash.
- Corrective action:
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will check the vehicles for a quick release valve, installing one as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBB.
- 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.