The problem
The involved vehicles were manufactured with a 5/16 inch thick esna self-locking nut installed on the steering gear input shaft pinch bolt. The nut used may not securely fasten the u-joint to the input shaft.
The fix
The u-joint yoke and input shaft will be inspected and the pinch bolt and nut will be replaced with the type currently in production. Any other steering components damaged due to the defect will also be replaced.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks.System: steering assembly; steering column coupling.Consequences of defect: the nut could loosen and steering could becomeimpaired; loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.
What to do
- 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.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Peterbilt dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V189000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.