Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #03V168000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V168000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 483 affected units, PACCAR/FIFTH WHEELS/FATIGUE CRACKS, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V168000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2003-05-05T00:00:00

Subject: Paccar/fifth wheels/fatigue cracks

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 483

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 03KW4/403-C

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.

Consequence Summary: If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-eve5-ysus~8k94

NHTSA ID: 03V168000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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