Peterbilt Conventional Series 1978
Model Conventional Series made in 1978 by Peterbilt got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, steering.
Model 1978
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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EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
81V053000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 02/01/1978 to 01/01/1981 | V (Vehicle) | 200 | 07/31/1981 | MFR | PETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY | 04/20/1981 | 05/12/1981 | 571 | 108 | |||||
Defect Summary | On some vehicles, the rectangular head lamps are wired incorrectly, which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. the affected vehicles are equipped with four head lights. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | All trucks containing an incorrect harness will have the connector rewired to correct the operation of the head lamps. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: trucks.system: lighting; rectangular head lamps.consequences of defect: vision of other drivers may be impaired by excessivelybright lights during low beam operation. this can lead to loss of control andan accident. | |||||||||||||||
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
79V266000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 10/01/1977 to 10/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 1700 | 11/14/1979 | MFR | PETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY | 12/04/1979 | 02/05/1980 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The steering power cylinder clamps may crack when tightened. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace the defective steering power clamps at no cost to owner. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering; power cylinder clamps.consequences of defect: steering control may be degraded, and loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident could occur.note: impaired steering control may be indicated by erratic power assist,reduced steering wheel mobility, or locking of the steering wheel. if any ofthese conditions occur, dealer should be contacted immediately. |