Recall 15V-108: 2009–2015 Peterbilt 320, 2009–2015 Peterbilt 365 and 3 more
PACCAR Incorporated recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Feb 24, 2015, covering about 5,141 vehicles.
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured July 21, 2008, to February 28, 2014. The front axle tie rod end clamp bolts may be improperly torqued.
The risk
Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which may cause loose bolts to separate resulting in a loss of vehicle control and an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly on any vehicle where the factory installed assembly has not been previously replaced, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 11, 2015. The recall began on April 4, 2016. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 215-C.
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 | Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V108000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt 320 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | 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 15V-108?
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured July 21, 2008, to February 28, 2014. The front axle tie rod end clamp bolts may be improperly torqued.
How is recall 15V-108 fixed?
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly on any vehicle where the factory installed assembly has not been previously replaced, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 11, 2015. The recall began on April 4, 2016. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 215-C.
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.