2020 Peterbilt 520 recall: electric power assist system
Paccar Incorporated reported this safety recall on July 24, 2020. It covers about 239 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 239
- reported
- Jul 24, 2020
- owners notified
- Aug 17, 2020
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used to secure the steering assist cylinder bracket, possibly allowing the bolts to loosen.
- Risk
- Loose bolts may cause the bracket to flex or break, potentially damaging adjacent components or locking up the steering, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install hardware with thread adhesive and replace any components damaged by the improperly secured steer assist bracket, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBD.
Recall number 20V429000
Affected vehicles
- Peterbilt 520 2020 2020
Questions about recall 20V429000
Is there a recall on the 2020 Peterbilt 520 electric power assist system?
Yes. Recall 20V429000, reported on July 24, 2020, covers about 239 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 20V429000?
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install hardware with thread adhesive and replace any components damaged by the improperly secured steer assist bracket, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1‑425‑828‑5888. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBD.
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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