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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 11V331000

2012 Peterbilt 587 — Power train: driveline

Published June 23, 2011 · Recall initiated: June 23, 2011

Summary

NHTSA records recall 11V331000, published June 23, 2011. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2012 Peterbilt 587 — Power train: driveline.

What's the hazard

PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PETERBILT 587 TRACTORS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 12, 2011, THROUGH MAY 20, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR'S MAXTON DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES. THE TUBING MAY HAVE A SEAM WELD WITH INSUFFICIENT BONDING. THE AFFECTED DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES ARE RPL25 COUPLING SHAFTS AND SLIP SHAFTS (MAIN) DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES.

What to do

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MAIN DRIVE SHAFT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PACCAR AT 1-425-468-7400.

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Recall details

Brand
PETERBILT
Model
587
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Lot
2012 PETERBILT 587
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 Peterbilt 587 — Power train: driveline recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V331000 on June 23, 2011. Reported hazard: PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PETERBILT 587 TRACTORS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 12, 2011, THROUGH MAY 20, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR'S MAXTON DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES. THE TUBING MAY HAVE A SEAM WELD WITH INSUFFICIENT BONDING. THE AFFECTED DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES ARE RPL25 COUPLING SHAFTS AND SLIP SHAFTS (MAIN) DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES.

What should I do if I have this product?

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MAIN DRIVE SHAFT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PACCAR AT 1-425-468-7400.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PETERBILT. Model: 587.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)