Peterbilt Conventional Series 1981

Model Conventional Series made in 1981 by Peterbilt got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning exterior lighting .

Model 1981

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
81V053000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 02/01/1978 to 01/01/1981V (Vehicle)20007/31/1981MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY04/20/198105/12/1981571108
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryAll trucks containing an incorrect harness will have the connector rewired to correct the operation of the head lamps.
NotesVehicle 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.