PETERBILT 520 2020: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V429000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PETERBILT | 520 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-08-17 | 2020-07-24 | 2020-07-27 |
Production Dates: 2019-09-26 - 2020-07-22
Manufacturers Involved: PACCAR Incorporated
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 20PBD
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 239
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
PACCAR Incorporated "PACCAR" is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used to secure the steering assist cylinder bracket, possibly allowing the bolts to loosen.
Loose bolts may cause the bracket to flex or break, potentially damaging adjacent components or locking up the steering, increasing the risk of crash.
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install hardware with thread adhesive and replace any components damaged by the improperly secured steer assist bracket, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBD.
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.
