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Safety recall · 77V018000

Suspension: air suspension system Peterbilt recall

PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this recall to NHTSA on February 9, 1977. It covers about 900 vehicles across 1 model year listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
77V018000
Reported
Feb 9, 1977
Vehicles
900
Area
Suspension

The problem

The rear axle suspension u-bolts on the involved vehicles may fail. Should two or more u-bolts fail, the drive axle(s) can separate from the vehicle chassis.

The fix

The dealer will replace the defective u-bolts, free of charge.

Contacts

Vehicle description: heavy trucks.System: suspension; u-bolts.Consequences of defect: should separation occur, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could result.Note: prior to vehicle repair, the u-bolts should be inspected frequently.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Peterbilt dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V018000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1976 Peterbilt Peterbilt08F

Questions

Is the 77V018000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. PACCAR, INCORPORATED's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 77V018000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 77V018000 announced?

PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on February 9, 1977. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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