Defect Description For Recall
Paccar Is Recalling 318 My 2007-2009 Kenworth T800, W900, And Peterbilt 357, 365, 367, 378, 379, 384, 385, 386,388, And 389 Trucks Equipped With Premier Trailer Hitch Assemblies. The Pintle Hitch Assemblies May Have Been Manufactured In A Manner Resulting In A ReduCTIon Of Fatigue Strength Of The Pivot Pins.
Make Of Vehicle
PETERBILT
Model Of Vehicle
388
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V104000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches
Effect Of Defect
This ReduCTIon Of Fatigue Strength Could Cause The Pivot Pin To Crack And Eventually Break, Causing The Trailer To Detach From The Truck While In Motion, Which Could Cause A Crash That Could Result In Personal Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Potentially DefeCTIve Pivot Pin Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 18, 2008. Owners May Contact Kenworth At 1-425-828-5440 Or Peterbilt At 1-940-591-4196.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20060601
End Of Manufacture
20080131
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
318
Date Owners Notified
20080418
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20080310
Make Campaign Number
08KW4 & 208D