Recall 20V132000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Report Date
20200304
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Affected Vehicles
10 models

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles with dual foot valves and a liftable tag or tri-drive rear axles. The rear brake signal hose may be missing a quick release valve, possibly causing a delay in their brake release timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Disc Brakes."

Safety Consequence

A delayed brake release may increase the risk of crash.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will check the vehicles for a quick release valve, installing one as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBB.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 PETERBILT 320
2016 PETERBILT 520
2017 PETERBILT 320
2017 PETERBILT 520
2018 PETERBILT 320
2018 PETERBILT 520
2019 PETERBILT 320
2019 PETERBILT 520
2020 PETERBILT 320
2020 PETERBILT 520

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