PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up drive models.
PACCAR Incorporated – Steering Column Support Structure May Crack
| Report Received Date | 01/11/2021 |
| NHTSA ID | 21V004000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 520 models right hand stand-pp steering column structure and replace it if cracks are present, as well as add additional support brackets to the new (if replaced) or existing structure, free of charge. Additionally, for the 520 models, dealers will install a large gusset with triangulating support for the column bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBA. |
| Recall Code | 21PBA |
| Potentially Affected | 1021 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V004000) |
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