Recall 19V282000 — ENGINE Defect in 2017-2020 PETERBILT 520

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RECALL This recall affects up to 5,051 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 19V282000
Manufacturer PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles Affected 5,051
Component ENGINE
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Due to undersized wires, the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center (PDC) harness may overheat and melt, possibly resulting in an engine shutdown.

Safety Consequence

An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main power wire to the PDC with a wire of the correct size, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBB.

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