Recall 16V706000
STEERING
Report Date
20161003
Component
STEERING
Affected Vehicles
10 models
Defect Description
Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Fontaine-modified Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, to August 22, 2016. The right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.
Safety Consequence
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2016. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | KENWORTH | K370 DUAL-STEER |
| 2013 | PETERBILT | PB220 DUAL-STEER |
| 2014 | KENWORTH | K370 DUAL-STEER |
| 2014 | PETERBILT | PB220 DUAL-STEER |
| 2015 | KENWORTH | K370 DUAL-STEER |
| 2015 | PETERBILT | PB220 DUAL-STEER |
| 2016 | KENWORTH | K370 DUAL-STEER |
| 2016 | PETERBILT | PB220 DUAL-STEER |
| 2017 | KENWORTH | K370 DUAL-STEER |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | PB220 DUAL-STEER |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.