- Component
- ENGINE
- Problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The rear lifting bracket that attaches to the engine cylinder head may be insufficiently secured, which can allow it to detach.
- Risk
- A rear lifting bracket that detaches while the engine is being lifted can result in the engine falling or swinging, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the flanged stud in the rear lifting bracket, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification were mailed November 14, 2024. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBK.
- 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 rear lifting bracket attached to the engine cylinder head may not be secured properly and can come loose. If the bracket detaches while the engine is being lifted, the engine could fall or swing, creating a risk of injury to people nearby.
Authorized Peterbilt dealers will inspect the rear lifting bracket and replace its flanged stud where needed, at no cost to the owner. Owners may also contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Notification letters were mailed on November 14, 2024.
If you own a 2024 Peterbilt 520, check your VIN for open recalls and contact a dealer to schedule the free inspection.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Peterbilt 520 | 2024 |
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