Peterbilt 387 2003
Model 387 made in 2003 by Peterbilt got 2 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningsteering and trailer hitches.
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 | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| 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 | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 16 | 11/12/2003 | 10005654 | Model 387 headlamp harness field service bulletin. *tt | 03/09/2004 | |
| 13 | 09/29/2003 | 10004655 | A product improvement that reduces cable stress in the area of the jump start terminal bracket. *tt | 12/30/2003 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| 1003 | 10/01/2003 | 10005819 | Product improvement to reduce instances of failure of turbo exhaust pipe flanges. this bulletin contains the procedure for improving a model 387 isx engine exhaust installation. *tt | 03/16/2004 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| 1804 | 10/20/2004 | 10010696 | Model 387 hvac system maintenance. peterbilt. *tt | 12/06/2004 | |
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP | |||||
| 803 | 09/10/2003 | 10004654 | There are occasions when a leak may develop in a pressure hose with a crimp-style end fitting at the power steering pump connection. this may be due to the orientation and length of the oe pressure hose. a product improvement that reorien | 12/29/2003 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 002017001 | 07/02/2003 | 10003493 | Model 387 door mounting reinforcement. *tt | 10/22/2003 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| 600 | 10/27/2004 | 600R | 10010670 | Model 387 hood adjustment. hood adjustment criteria and specifications. *tt | 12/06/2004 |