Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #20V506000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V506000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting 2020-2021 peterbilt 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567 and kenworth t800, t880, w900, w990 vehicles equipped with watson and chalin steerable lift axle suspension systems (model sl2065) Includes 1,097 affected units, Lower Rear Pivot Bolts Improperly Sized, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2020-2021 peterbilt 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567 and kenworth t800, t880, w900, w990 vehicles equipped with watson and chalin steerable lift axle suspension systems (model sl2065)
Defect Summary
Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 peterbilt 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567 and kenworth t800, t880, w900, w990 vehicles equipped with watson and chalin steerable lift axle suspension systems (model sl2065). the axles may have lower rear pivot bolts that are not long enough to sufficiently engage the locking feature of the corresponding nuts.
Corrective Action
Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect suspect chassis and replace the pivot bolts, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began september 29, 2020. owners may contact kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. paccar's numbers for this recall is 20pbe and 20kwc.