Recall 14V-283: 2010–2015 Peterbilt 337, 2010–2015 Peterbilt 348 and 5 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on May 29, 2014, covering about 1,705 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-283
Report date
May 29, 2014
Vehicles affected
1,705
Owners notified
Aug 4, 2014

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Peterbilt 579, 388, 384, 367, 365, 348, and 337 trucks manufactured October 30, 2009, through May 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, if power is interrupted to the seat electronic control unit (ECU), such as when the fuse for that circuit blows, the side air bag would be disabled but there will not be a warning lamp indicator to notify the operator of the malfunction.

The risk

Without a warning of a problem existing in the side air bag system, the driver may continue to operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury from the side air bag not deploying in the event of a rollover.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness to correct them problem, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 514-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

ManufacturerPACCAR Incorporated
ComponentAir Bags
Electrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V283000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Peterbilt 3372010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 3482010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 3652010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 3672010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 3842010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 3882010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All years
Peterbilt 5792010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015All 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 14V-283?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 Peterbilt 579, 388, 384, 367, 365, 348, and 337 trucks manufactured October 30, 2009, through May 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, if power is interrupted to the seat electronic control unit (ECU), such as when the fuse for that circuit blows, the side air bag would be disabled but there will not be a warning lamp indicator to notify the operator of the malfunction.

How is recall 14V-283 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness to correct them problem, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 514-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.