2021 Peterbilt 579 | 2021 Peterbilt 348 — Service brakes, air: disc: chamber
Published May 10, 2021 · Recall initiated: May 10, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V328000, published May 10, 2021. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2021 Peterbilt 579 | 2021 Peterbilt 348 — Service brakes, air: disc: chamber.
What's the hazard
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021 Peterbilt 348 and 579 vehicles. The spring brake chamber may have been assembled with incorrect springs that were out of specification, which may cause the pressure plate to shift.
What to do
Dealers will replace brake chambers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR (Peterbilt) customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBE.
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Recall details
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Model
- 579
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2021 PETERBILT 579 | 2021 PETERBILT 348
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Peterbilt 579 | 2021 Peterbilt 348 — Service brakes, air: disc: chamber recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V328000 on May 10, 2021. Reported hazard: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021 Peterbilt 348 and 579 vehicles. The spring brake chamber may have been assembled with incorrect springs that were out of specification, which may cause the pressure plate to shift.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will replace brake chambers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR (Peterbilt) customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBE.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PETERBILT. Model: 579.