Recall 16V872000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 386, 389, and 587 vehicles manufactured April 20, 2016, to June 13, 2016. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety Consequence
If the brake lights do not illuminate when the brakes are applied, other drivers will be unaware the vehicle is stopping, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any brake light switches with date code 08-01760, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's number for this recall is 816-F.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 325 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 330 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 337 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 348 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 365 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 367 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 386 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 389 |
| 2017 | PETERBILT | 587 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.