NHTSA Recall 21V004000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V004000; Date: Jan. 11, 2021
if the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Peterbilt 320; 2016 Peterbilt 320; 2017 Peterbilt 320; 2018 Peterbilt 320; 2019 Peterbilt 320; 2020 Peterbilt 320; 2021 Peterbilt 320; 2015 Peterbilt 520; 2016 Peterbilt 520; 2017 Peterbilt 520; 2018 Peterbilt 520; 2019 Peterbilt 520; 2020 Peterbilt 520; 2021 Peterbilt 520
Component: Steering:column
Manufactured by: Paccar Incorporated
Affected Units:: 1,021
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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. a remedy plan for the 320 models has not been yet been finalized. the recall is expected to begin march 8, 2021. owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 21pba.
Recall 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.
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