Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #21V720000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V720000 by Paccar Incorporated. Affecting 2020-2021 peterbilt 520 vehicles Includes 15 affected units, Quick Release Valve Missing/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2020-2021 peterbilt 520 vehicles

Defect Summary

Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 peterbilt 520 vehicles. the quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 7, 2021. owners may contact paccar's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (peterbilt). paccar's number for this recall is 21pbk.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V720000
Manufacturer: Paccar Incorporated
Report Received Date: 2021-09-16T00:00:00
Subject: Quick release valve missing/fmvss 121
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 15

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 21PBK
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 peterbilt 520 vehicles. the quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, "air brake systems."
Consequence Summary: A missing quick release valve cannot ensure correct rear brake release timing, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 7, 2021. owners may contact paccar's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (peterbilt). paccar's number for this recall is 21pbk.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 80

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NHTSA ID: 21V720000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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