Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #07V033000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V033000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 164 affected units, FIFTH WHEEL KING PIN AIR RELEASE VALVE & PLUMBING, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, the fifth wheel king pin release air valve internal spool was installed backwards. the air option of the king pin release system would be inoperable. to correct this situation in production, the vehicle's air lines were mistakenly reversed rather than replacing the valve.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the functionality of the king pin release system and suspect valve. if any vehicles have a non-conforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. the recall began on february 28, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4196.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V033000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2007-02-06T00:00:00
Subject: Fifth wheel king pin air release valve & plumbing
Component: Trailer Hitches
Potentially Affected Units: 164

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 107A
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain trucks, the fifth wheel king pin release air valve internal spool was installed backwards. the air option of the king pin release system would be inoperable. to correct this situation in production, the vehicle's air lines were mistakenly reversed rather than replacing the valve.
Consequence Summary: There is a possibility that the king pin can release without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the functionality of the king pin release system and suspect valve. if any vehicles have a non-conforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. the recall began on february 28, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4196.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 07V033000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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