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  Safety Recalls of Peterbilt Conventional Series Vehicles

There have been 3 safety recalls for the Peterbilt Conventional Series. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Peterbilt Conventional Series.

NHTSA Recall #: 89V190000; Nov. 6, 1989

Recalled Vehicles: 1989 Peterbilt Conventional Series
Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
Recall Summary: ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 81V053000; Apr. 20, 1981

Recalled Vehicles: 1978 Peterbilt Conventional Series, 1979 Peterbilt Conventional Series, 1980 Peterbilt Conventional Series, 1981 Peterbilt Conventional Series
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Recall Summary: On some vehicles, the rectangular head lamps are wired incorrectly, which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. " the affected vehicles are equipped with four head lights. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 79V266000; Dec. 4, 1979

Recalled Vehicles: 1978 Peterbilt COE, 1979 Peterbilt COE, 1978 Peterbilt Conventional Series, 1979 Peterbilt Conventional Series
Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Recall Summary: The steering power cylinder clamps may crack when tightened. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Peterbilt Conventional Series Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Nov. 6, 1989   Steering:gear Box:shaft Pitman 1,227
Apr. 20, 1981   Exterior Lighting:headlights 200
Dec. 4, 1979   Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System 1,700


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Peterbilt Conventional Series Model Years

Model# Recalls
1989 Peterbilt Conventional Series 1
1981 Peterbilt Conventional Series 1
1980 Peterbilt Conventional Series 1
1979 Peterbilt Conventional Series 2
1978 Peterbilt Conventional Series 2