Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 22V939000

Suspension: multiple axle

PACCAR Incorporated filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2022-12-16.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V939000

Suspension: multiple axle

Component
Suspension: multiple axle
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles affected
15,658
Reported to NHTSA
2022-12-16
Owners notified
2023-02-22

Defect description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2023 Peterbilt 320 and 520 refuse trucks equipped with Haulmaax/EX suspensions. The suspension tracking rod brackets may fail and detach from the forward drive axle, causing the axle to become unstable.

Safety risk

An unstable axle can decrease vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the welds and add an additional bracket between the tracking rod bracket and axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBL.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Scope of coverage

18 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
PETERBILT 3202023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015
PETERBILT 5202023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015

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.