Defect Description For Recall
Peterbilt Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2010 And 2011 Model 325, 330, 335, 337, 340, And 348 Trucks. The Hood Anti-Blowdown Device Is Designed To Prevent Unintended And Unexpected Hood Closure. The Device Within Can Become Hindered Or Inoperative Due To Unintentional Latch Movement Which Interferes With The Hood Pivot J-Hook, Latch Misalignment, Or Latch Fallout.
Make Of Vehicle
PETERBILT
Model Of Vehicle
340
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
10V162000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Effect Of Defect
An Unintended Latch Closure Can Cause Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install Hood Anti-Blowdown Retention Cables To The Radiator And Hood Assemblies Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 21, 2010. Owners May Contact Perterbilt At 940-591-4196.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20081128
End Of Manufacture
20100416
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
531
Date Owners Notified
20100621
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20100420
Make Campaign Number
0410-B