Peterbilt Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #82V056000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 82V056000 by Peterbilt Motor Company. Includes 12 affected units, BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Should an ice blockage occur between the air dryer and the wet tank during extremely cold weather conditions, the pressure between the compressor and the line blockage would build up and could lead to a violent explosion.

Corrective Action

A pressure relief provision will be installed at the dryer to prevent pressure build up.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 82V056000

Manufacturer: Peterbilt Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1982-06-01T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:air systems:air supply system

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 12

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Should an ice blockage occur between the air dryer and the wet tank during extremely cold weather conditions, the pressure between the compressor and the line blockage would build up and could lead to a violent explosion.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: A pressure relief provision will be installed at the dryer to prevent pressure build up.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 82V056000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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