PETERBILT 348 2019: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V618000

Make Model Year
PETERBILT 348 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-08-30 2019-08-22 2019-08-23

Production Dates: 2018-11-19 - 2019-08-15

Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 19PBD

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 109

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

PACCAR Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2019-2020 Peterbilt 337 and 348 vehicles. An incorrectly located weld in the steering shaft may crack and cause the lower shaft within the steering column to separate from the mating yoke.

Consequence

If the steering column separates from the mating yoke, loss of steering control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-422. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBD.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.