Recall 22V016000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER Defect in 2022-2022 PETERBILT 579

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RECALL This recall affects up to 3,511 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 22V016000
Manufacturer PACCAR Incorporated
Vehicles Affected 3,511
Component STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with chassis fairings. The bolts that hold the chassis fairing step assembly in the closed position may loosen and fracture the latch attachment, causing the fairing assembly to flex.

Safety Consequence

A partially unsecured cab step can unexpectedly move while entering or exiting the cab, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will add new fasteners and a bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 11, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBA.

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