NHTSA Recall 77V213000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V213000; Date: Nov. 29, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Component: Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:u-bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 200
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles were assembled with front axle u-bolts which were fabricated from defective raw material and could crack. This could lead to failure of the u-bolts and separation of the steering axle from the truck chassis.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and replace u-bolts as found necessary, at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy truck-tractors. System: suspension; front axle u-bolts. Consequences of defect: steering axle separation could result in loss ofvehicle control and an accident. Note: u-bolts should be inspected and, if any broken bolts are discovered,vehicle should not be driven.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 9, 1977
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