Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V618000

Steering: column

PACCAR Incorporated filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-08-22.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V618000

Steering: column

Component
Steering: column
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles affected
109
Reported to NHTSA
2019-08-22
Owners notified
2019-08-30

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Scope of coverage

4 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
PETERBILT 3372020 2019
PETERBILT 3482020 2019

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.