2020 Peterbilt 520 | 2021 Peterbilt 520 — Service brakes, air
Published September 17, 2021 · Recall initiated: September 16, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V720000, published September 17, 2021 and initiated September 16, 2021. Recalling firm: PACCAR Incorporated; 2020 Peterbilt 520 | 2021 Peterbilt 520 — Service brakes, air.
What's the hazard
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What to do
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBK.
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Recall details
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Model
- 520
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Lot
- 2020 PETERBILT 520 | 2021 PETERBILT 520
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Peterbilt 520 | 2021 Peterbilt 520 — Service brakes, air recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V720000 on September 17, 2021. Reported hazard: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBK.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PETERBILT. Model: 520.