PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V004000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up drive models.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,021 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V004000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | January 11, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V004000 |
| Units affected: | 1,021 |
- Description:
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up drive models.
- Consequeces:
- If the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 520 models right hand stand-pp steering column structure and replace it if cracks are present, as well as add additional support brackets to the new (if replaced) or existing structure, free of charge. Additionally, for the 520 models, dealers will install a large gusset with triangulating support for the column bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBA.
- 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.