Peterbilt 379 Recall 87V116: Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger,Bracket

NHTSA campaign 87V116, reported July 28, 1987, 200 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 87V116PACCAR, INCORPORATED

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET
Problem: FRAME BRACKET WHICH SUPPORTS THE REAR OF THE FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION SPRING MAY FAIL.
Risk: SUSPENSION AND AXLE COULD SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE WHICHCOULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL.
Remedy: REPLACE STANDARD BRACKET WITH BRACKET INTENDED FOR OFF HIGHWAY SEVERE SERVICE.
Notes: SYSTEM: FRONT AXLE SUSPENSION BRACKET.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: OFF HIGHWAY HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS.

Peterbilt 379	1987