CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Due to undersized wires, the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center (PDC) harness may overheat and melt, possibly resulting in an engine shutdown.
- Risk
- An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main power wire to the PDC with a wire of the correct size, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBB.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some Peterbilt 520 trucks from model years 2017 through 2020 have undersized wiring in the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center. The connector can overheat and melt, which may cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly.
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash, particularly if it happens while the vehicle is moving in traffic. If you own an affected truck, check your VIN for open recalls and contact your authorized Peterbilt dealer. The fix is free: the dealer will replace the main power wire to the power distribution center with a wire of the correct size. You can also contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258 and reference recall number 19PBB.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Peterbilt 520 | 2017201820192020 |
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