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1999-2000 Peterbilt 387 recall: mounting

Paccar, Incorporated reported this safety recall on July 6, 2000. It covers about 154 vehicles.

vehicles affected
154
reported
Jul 6, 2000
owners notified
Aug 14, 2000

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting

What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The side fairing hinge bar and mounts can detach from the fuel tank straps. The hinge bar can rotate and separate from the fairing, allowing the hinge bar assembly to fall off of the vehicle.
Risk
This could cause a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an additional nut plate and if the bracket is cracked, the fuel tank strap will be replaced with a new strap and bracket assembly.

Recall number 00V185000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 00V185000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Peterbilt 387 mounting?

Yes. Recall 00V185000, reported on July 6, 2000, covers about 154 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V185000?

Dealers will install an additional nut plate and if the bracket is cracked, the fuel tank strap will be replaced with a new strap and bracket assembly.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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