NHTSA Recall 77V018000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V018000; Date: Feb. 9, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1976 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Component: Suspension:rear:springs:air Suspension System
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 900
Recall Summary:
The rear axle suspension u-bolts on the involved vehicles may fail. Should two or more u-bolts fail, the drive axle(s) can separate from the vehicle chassis.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the defective u-bolts, free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: suspension; u-bolts. Consequences of defect: should separation occur, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could result. Note: prior to vehicle repair, the u-bolts should be inspected frequently.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 22, 1977
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