Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 21V-648 · Peterbilt vehicles
PACCAR Incorporated recall 21V-648 covers 163 Peterbilt vehicles for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on August 19, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q4) shows 63% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V648000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt 367, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles. The cross member mounted Hill Start Assist valve assembly may have insufficient clearance to the rear axle, causing damage to the rear brake hose and loss of the rear brake signal.
The risk
If loss of the rear brake signal occurs, the vehicle could experience reduced rear braking capability or loss of brakes to the rear axle(s), increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect for clearance and re-work the assembly to conform with an updated design, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 11, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBJ.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
63%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 4 vehicles were listed as unreachable.