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  NHTSA Recall 87V116000

NHTSA Campaign Id 87V116000; Date: Jul. 28, 1987

Suspension and axle could separate from vehicle whichcould result in loss of control.

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1987 Peterbilt 379

Component: Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger,bracket

Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated

Affected Units:: 200

icon3 Recall Summary:

Frame bracket which supports the rear of the front axle suspension spring may fail.

icon2 How to Fix:

Replace standard bracket with bracket intended for off highway severe service.

icon4 Recall Notes:

System: front axle suspension bracket. Vehicle description: off highway heavy duty trucks.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 28, 1987

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All recalls of Peterbilt vehicles.

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