Peterbilt 389 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 27, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

PACCAR Incorporated recalls 2015 Peterbilt 389

Recall number

15V036000

Brand / firm

Peterbilt

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39 units

Why it was recalled

If the steering angle sensor is damaged, the ESC sensor may malfunction, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What was recalled

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 389 Pride and Class edition vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to December 4, 2014, and equipped with electronic stability control (ESC). The affected vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect horn contact plate that may damage the ESC steering angle sensor.

What to do

Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the horn contact plate and the ESC steering angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 115A.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.