Recall 19V282000

ENGINE

Report Date
20190409
Component
ENGINE
Affected Vehicles
4 models

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Due to undersized wires, the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center (PDC) harness may overheat and melt, possibly resulting in an engine shutdown.

Safety Consequence

An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main power wire to the PDC with a wire of the correct size, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBB.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 PETERBILT 520
2018 PETERBILT 520
2019 PETERBILT 520
2020 PETERBILT 520

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.