Defect Description For Recall
Due To DefeCTIve Installation Procedures On The Involved Vehicles, There Is A Possibility Of Slack Adjuster Damage. This Could Result In Brake Failure On The Rear Wheel End.
Make Of Vehicle
PETERBILT
Model Of Vehicle
310
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
79V216000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Replace The Slack Adjusters On The Involved Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Dealer Will Also Reverse The Installation Of The Midland Slack Adjuster Or Install A Bendix Slack Adjuster As Found Necessary.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19780501
End Of Manufacture
19790801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
300
Date Owners Notified
19791115
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Peterbilt Motor Company
Date Report Received
19790913