Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #15V108000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V108000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting model year 2009-2015 peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured july 21, 2008, to february 28, 2014 Includes 5,141 affected units, Improperly Torqued Tie Rod Clamp, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2009-2015 peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured july 21, 2008, to february 28, 2014

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured july 21, 2008, to february 28, 2014. the front axle tie rod end clamp bolts may be improperly torqued.

Corrective Action

Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly on any vehicle where the factory installed assembly has not been previously replaced, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on may 11, 2015. the recall began on april 4, 2016. owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 215-c.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V108000

Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated

Report Received Date: 2015-02-24T00:00:00

Subject: Improperly torqued tie rod clamp

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 5,141

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 215-C

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured july 21, 2008, to february 28, 2014. the front axle tie rod end clamp bolts may be improperly torqued.

Consequence Summary: Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which may cause loose bolts to separate resulting in a loss of vehicle control and an increased risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly on any vehicle where the factory installed assembly has not been previously replaced, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on may 11, 2015. the recall began on april 4, 2016. owners may contact peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 215-c.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 80.22

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