Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #07V409000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V409000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 319 affected units, ALUMINUM FUEL TANK LONGITUDINAL WELD SEAMS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain peterbilt trucks, the longitudinal seams on the fuel tanks were fabricated using an incorrect weld speed for the given material thickness. this error resulted in a weld which did not completely penetrate the entire material thickness.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace any defective fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on october 8, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V409000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2007-09-10T00:00:00

Subject: Aluminum fuel tank longitudinal weld seams

Component: Fuel System, Diesel

Potentially Affected Units: 319

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 807J

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain peterbilt trucks, the longitudinal seams on the fuel tanks were fabricated using an incorrect weld speed for the given material thickness. this error resulted in a weld which did not completely penetrate the entire material thickness.

Consequence Summary: Fuel tanks possessing this defect could leak diesel fuel in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace any defective fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on october 8, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-g737~2ira-jkfa

NHTSA ID: 07V409000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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