NHTSA Campaign Id 84V160000; Date: Dec. 20, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:1983 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1984 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 877
Recall Summary:The weld between the grabhandle and mounting plate may fail, causing grabhandle to come off unexpectedly.
How to Fix:Grabhandle will be replaced with a strengthened version.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: trucks; cab-over-engine. System: structure; cab extender grabhandle. Consequences of defect: failure of the grabhandle may cause a fall that couldresult in personal injury.
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