PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles
— Recall Campaign #21V720000
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 15 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V720000
| Manufacturer: | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 16, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V720000 |
| Units affected: | 15 |
- Description:
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Consequeces:
- A missing quick release valve cannot ensure correct rear brake release timing, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBK.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.