Recall 20V-130: 2015–2020 Peterbilt 365, 2015–2020 Peterbilt 389 and 2 more

PACCAR Incorporated recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 4, 2020, covering about 35,671 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-130
Report date
Mar 4, 2020
Vehicles affected
35,671
Owners notified
Apr 30, 2020

The problem

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Peterbilt 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles equipped with a left-hand under hood jumper terminal (option code 2539410). The positive battery jumper terminal cable may be too long, allowing it to chafe against the left front suspension spring and result in an electrical short circuit.

The risk

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery jumper terminal cables, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBA.

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
ComponentElectrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V130000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Peterbilt 3652015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 3892015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 5672015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Peterbilt 5792015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All 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 20V-130?

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Peterbilt 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles equipped with a left-hand under hood jumper terminal (option code 2539410). The positive battery jumper terminal cable may be too long, allowing it to chafe against the left front suspension spring and result in an electrical short circuit.

How is recall 20V-130 fixed?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery jumper terminal cables, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBA.

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.