Recall 13V-593: 2004–2013 Peterbilt 357, 2004–2013 Peterbilt 365 and 7 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 25, 2013, covering about 561 vehicles.
The problem
Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 Peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured from April 3, 2003, through October 25, 2013 and equipped with tri-drive rear axles and a tag or pusher axle. The affected vehicles may be missing required information from the certification label, specifically the tag or pusher axle the gross axle weight rating, suitable tire and rim information, and recommended tire pressure information. Without this information, the vehicles do not comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
The risk
As a result, the axles may be overloaded or the wrong tires could be installed or the tires could be improperly inflated. All of these issues increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Peterbilt will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the certification labels missing the necessary information. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Customers can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 1113-F.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PACCAR Incorporated |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V593000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt 357 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V-593?
Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 Peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured from April 3, 2003, through October 25, 2013 and equipped with tri-drive rear axles and a tag or pusher axle. The affected vehicles may be missing required information from the certification label, specifically the tag or pusher axle the gross axle weight rating, suitable tire and rim information, and recommended tire pressure information. Without this information, the vehicles do not comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
How is recall 13V-593 fixed?
Peterbilt will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the certification labels missing the necessary information. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Customers can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 1113-F.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.