Peterbilt 220 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 6, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

PACCAR Incorporated recalls 2009–2018 Peterbilt, Kenworth — 5 models

Recall number

17V554000

Brand / firm

Peterbilt, Kenworth

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,975 units

Why it was recalled

If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly binding the steering system.

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 817-D and 17KWE.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.