Recall 15V036000: 2015 Peterbilt 389
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 27, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 39
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt 389 Pride and Class edition vehicles manufactured October 1, 2014, to December 4, 2014, and equipped with electronic stability control (ESC). The affected vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect horn contact plate that may damage the ESC steering angle sensor.
The risk
If the steering angle sensor is damaged, the ESC sensor may malfunction, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the horn contact plate and the ESC steering angle sensor, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 115A.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V036000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 115A
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Owner letters
- Mar 6, 2015
- Components
- Electronic stability control (esc) (Driver Assistance & Safety Tech)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology