Peterbilt 378 2003

Model 378 made in 2003 by Peterbilt got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningpower train, service brakes, air and steering.

378 year 2003

Recalls

Model 2003

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
POWER TRAIN - AXLE HUBS
03V288000	PACCAR INCORPORATED	from 04/07/2003 to 04/18/2003	V (Vehicle)	132	09/17/2003	MFR	PACCAR INCORPORATED	08/06/2003	08/07/2003
Defect Summary	On certain heavy duty trucks, the locking tab that locks the outer spindle nut onto the spindle was not engaged or properly bent over.
Consequence Summary	Failure to properly engage the locking feature into the nut could cause the nut to loosen which will eventually cause the wheel bearing to over heat and fail if undetected. if the loose nut is not detected, the outer end (tire, wheel and hub assembly) could become separated from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will inspect the hubs to determine if the locking tabs are properly bent. if the locking tabs are not bent, then dealers will inspect the appropriate components for premature wear and replace such components as required and properly secure the retaining nut by bending over the locking tab. owner notification began september 17, 2003. owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes	Kenworth recall no. 03kw8/peterbilt recall no. 803-d.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
07V044000	PACCAR INCORPORATED	from 12/17/2003 to 10/02/2006	V (Vehicle)	18	02/22/2007	MFR	PACCAR INCORPORATED	02/12/2007	02/14/2007
Defect Summary	On certain non-abs equipped trucks, an air hose between the tractor protection valve and the back of the cab bulkhead was omitted.
Consequence Summary	The absence of this air hose could adversely affect the drive axle brake performance while a trailer is being pulled, resulting in longer stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary	Peterbilt will inspect the air hose plumbing of the drive axle brake system and make the necessary repairs. the recall began on february 22, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes	Peterbilt recall no. 107b.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
STEERING - LINKAGES - KNUCKLE - SPINDLE - ARM
03V410000	PACCAR INCORPORATED	from 07/31/2003 to 10/08/2003	V (Vehicle)	1187	01/05/2004	MFR	PACCAR INCORPORATED	10/20/2003	10/23/2003
Defect Summary	On certain trucks equipped with dana spicer integral knuckle and steer arm assemblies, the steer axle assemblies may have a longitudinal crack in the steer arm.
Consequence Summary	If the crack should propagate over time, the ball could become loose resulting in a loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will inspect and replace the knuckle and steer arm assemblies. owner notification began january 5, 2004. owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
Notes	Kenworth recall no. 03kwapeterbilt recall no. 1003g.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
03V168000	PACCAR INCORPORATED	from 01/21/2003 to 04/22/2003	V (Vehicle)	483	06/18/2003	MFR	PACCAR INCORPORATED	05/05/2003	05/15/2003
Defect Summary	On certain trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Consequence Summary	If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. peterbilt's owner notification began june 20, 2003. kenworth's owner notification began june 12, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Notes	Peterbilt recall no. 403-c/kenworth recall no. 03kw4.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration