NHTSA Recall 07V033000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V033000; Date: Feb. 6, 2007
There is a possibility that the king pin can release without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Peterbilt 379; 2006 Peterbilt 387
Component: Trailer Hitches:fifth Wheel Assembly
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 164
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the fifth wheel king pin release air valve internal spool was installed backwards. The air option of the king pin release system would be inoperable. To correct this situation in production, the vehicle's air lines were mistakenly reversed rather than replacing the valve.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the functionality of the king pin release system and suspect valve. If any vehicles have a non-conforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. The recall began on February 28, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Recall Notes:
Peterbilt recall no. 107a. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 28, 2007
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