Peterbilt Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #83V126000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V126000 by Peterbilt Motor Company. Includes 557 affected units, STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The draglink, a part of the steering linkage that transmits turning movements to the wheels, may loosen or fail at one of its connections. This is due to inadequate clamping force of the threaded connection on the vertical ball stud. Dimensions of threaded parts may be below specification limits. Looseness at the joint accelerates wear on the threads.

Corrective Action

Parts will be inspected and, if found to be outside of specification limits, will be replaced at no charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V126000

Manufacturer: Peterbilt Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1983-12-01T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 557

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The draglink, a part of the steering linkage that transmits turning movements to the wheels, may loosen or fail at one of its connections. This is due to inadequate clamping force of the threaded connection on the vertical ball stud. Dimensions of threaded parts may be below specification limits. Looseness at the joint accelerates wear on the threads.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Parts will be inspected and, if found to be outside of specification limits, will be replaced at no charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 83V126000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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