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Safety recall · 77V026000

Service brakes: shoes / linings Peterbilt recall

PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this recall to NHTSA on February 18, 1977. It covers about 35 vehicles across 1 model year listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
77V026000
Reported
Feb 18, 1977
Vehicles
35
Area
Brakes

The problem

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "Air brake systems". The incorrect brake linings were installed on these vehicles. This could lead to increased stopping distances.

The fix

The dealer will inspect and replace suspect brake linings without charge.

Contacts

Vehicle description: trucks.System: air brakes; brake lining.Consequences of defect: increased stopping distances could result in anaccident.

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 77V026000.
  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
1977 Peterbilt Peterbilt16D

Questions

Is the 77V026000 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 77V026000?

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 77V026000 announced?

PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported it to NHTSA on February 18, 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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