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2018-2019 Peterbilt 520 recall: steering

Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on December 20, 2019. It covers about 21 vehicles.

vehicles affected
21
reported
Dec 20, 2019
owners notified
Mar 4, 2020

Steering

What is wrong
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Peterbilt 520 vehicles built in Right-Hand Stand-Up configuration. The steering assist cylinder bracket may not have been properly mounted.
Risk
The improperly mounted steering assist cylinder bracket may break and cause damage to surrounding components and/or lock up the steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will correcting the mounting, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on January 31, 2020. The recall began March 4, 2020. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBF.

Recall number 19V917000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 19V917000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Peterbilt 520 steering?

Yes. Recall 19V917000, reported on December 20, 2019, covers about 21 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 19V917000?

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will correcting the mounting, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on January 31, 2020. The recall began March 4, 2020. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1‑940‑591‑4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBF.

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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