2001 Peterbilt Class 7 and Peterbilt Class 8 recall: universal joint
Paccar, Incorporated reported this safety recall on June 5, 2001. It covers about 27 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 27
- reported
- Jun 5, 2001
- owners notified
- Jul 18, 2001
Power train: driveline: universal joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: peterbilt class 7 and 8 tractors with interaxle driveshafts produced and supplied by spicer driveshaft, inc. (sdi). The sdi driveshafts with universal joint cap bolts were not tightened to sdi's full torque specification.
- Risk
- If the driveshaft assembly became separated from the retaining bolts, the interaxle could be ejected from the truck's driving axles, resulting in hazardous debris. This could occur with little or no prior warning to the vehicle's driver, and could also result in loss of vehicle power.
- Remedy
- Dealers will re-torquing the retaining bolt fasteners. Owner notification began july 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4000 or dana/sdi at 1‑419‑535‑4500.
Recall number 01V181000
Affected vehicles
- Peterbilt Class 7 2001 2001
- Peterbilt Class 8 2001 2001
Questions about recall 01V181000
Is there a recall on the 2001 Peterbilt Class 7 and Peterbilt Class 8 universal joint?
Yes. Recall 01V181000, reported on June 5, 2001, covers about 27 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 01V181000?
Dealers will re-torquing the retaining bolt fasteners. Owner notification began july 18, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4000 or dana/sdi at 1‑419‑535‑4500.
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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