2015 Peterbilt 587 | 2014 Peterbilt 587 — Exterior lighting: fog lights
Published April 14, 2014 · Recall initiated: April 8, 2014
Summary
NHTSA records recall 14V178000, published April 14, 2014 and initiated April 8, 2014. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2015 Peterbilt 587 | 2014 Peterbilt 587 — Exterior lighting: fog lights.
What's the hazard
Paccar Inc., is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Peterbilt 587 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, through March 7, 2014. If the driver turns on the high beams, the fog lights will automatically turn off, but after 10 seconds they may turn back on due to a software malfunction. The combination of the high beams and fog lights may exceed the permissable limits of light output. Therefore, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What to do
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the Cab Electronic Control Unit (CECU) to correct the programming so the fog lights do not come on when the high beams are on, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Peterbilt at 1-800-473-8372. Paccar's number for this recall is 414-E.
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Recall details
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Model
- 587
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2015 PETERBILT 587 | 2014 PETERBILT 587
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Peterbilt 587 | 2014 Peterbilt 587 — Exterior lighting: fog lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V178000 on April 14, 2014. Reported hazard: Paccar Inc., is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Peterbilt 587 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, through March 7, 2014. If the driver turns on the high beams, the fog lights will automatically turn off, but after 10 seconds they may turn back on due to a software malfunction. The combination of the high beams and fog lights may exceed the permissable limits of light output. Therefore, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
What should I do if I have this product?
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the Cab Electronic Control Unit (CECU) to correct the programming so the fog lights do not come on when the high beams are on, free of charge. The recall began in May 2014. Owners may contact Peterbilt at 1-800-473-8372. Paccar's number for this recall is 414-E.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PETERBILT. Model: 587.