Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #19V733000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V733000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting 2020 peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box Includes 248 affected units, Incorrect Placement of Conspicuity Tape, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2020 peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2020 peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. the conspicuity tape may have been installed in the incorrect location, affecting the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will install additional conspicuity tape on back of sleeper in correct location, free of charge. the recall began november 4, 2019. owners may contact paccar customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's number for this recall is 19pbe.