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- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles. The cross member mounted Hill Start Assist valve assembly may have insufficient clearance to the rear axle, causing damage to the rear brake hose and loss of the rear brake signal.
- Risk
- If loss of the rear brake signal occurs, the vehicle could experience reduced rear braking capability or loss of brakes to the rear axle(s), increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for clearance and re-work the assembly to conform with an updated design, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBJ.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The Hill Start Assist valve assembly, mounted on a cross member, may not have enough clearance from the rear axle. Over time, the axle can damage the rear brake hose, which can cause a loss of the rear brake signal.
If the rear brake signal is lost, the truck could have reduced rear braking or lose rear-axle brakes altogether, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own a affected 2021 or 2022 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, or 579, contact an authorized Peterbilt dealer. They will inspect the clearance and rework the assembly to an updated design at no cost to you. You can also call PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt), referencing recall number 21PBJ. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Peterbilt 367 | 20212022 |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 389 | 20212022 |
| Peterbilt 567 | 20212022 |
| Peterbilt 579 | 20212022 |