The problem
These seats may have an improperly located weld on a lever arm which supports the seat back. This weld can fail causing the seat back to fall backward freely without support to the driver.
The risk
This condition can cause the driver to fall backward in the seat losing control of the vehicle and potentially causing a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the seats for the suspect weld and replace the seats if necessary.
Contacts
System: interior; seats. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with "ultra ride" driver seats. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time,should contact peterbilt at 1-510-790-4013. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 95V131000.
- 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.