Peterbilt Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #83V002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V002000 by Peterbilt Motor Company. Includes 250 affected units, STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The drag link, a steering linkage that transmits turning movements to both front wheels, may fail at its connection to the axle steering arm. The ball stud may have been installed on the drag link incorrectly, subjecting the ball stud shank to abnormal stresses.

Corrective Action

The dealer will inspect and replace the ball studs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V002000

Manufacturer: Peterbilt Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1983-01-19T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 250

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The drag link, a steering linkage that transmits turning movements to both front wheels, may fail at its connection to the axle steering arm. The ball stud may have been installed on the drag link incorrectly, subjecting the ball stud shank to abnormal stresses.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will inspect and replace the ball studs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 83V002000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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