CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Peterbilt 337 and 348 vehicles. An incorrectly located weld in the steering shaft may crack and cause the lower shaft within the steering column to separate from the mating yoke.
- Risk
- If the steering column separates from the mating yoke, loss of steering control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-422. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBD.
- 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
A weld in the steering shaft may be in the wrong location and can crack over time. The lower steering shaft inside the steering column may then separate from its mating yoke.
If the steering column separates from the yoke, the driver can lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and arrange service promptly.
Dealers will inspect the steering column and replace it if necessary, at no cost to the owner. Contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-422 (PACCAR recall number 19PBD), and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Peterbilt 337 | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 348 | 20192020 |