Peterbilt Peterbilt 1976

Model Peterbilt made in 1976 by Peterbilt got 1 investigation as well as 8 recalls. The car had one investigation (steering). There were some recalls concerningparking brake and service brakes, air.

Model 1976

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
PARKING BRAKE - DRIVELINE - AIR
77V116000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)20709/07/1977MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY08/03/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles have 10 degree wedges in the parking brake system, which may not be adequate to hold a loaded vehicle on a steep grade. this deficiency may lead to failure of the parking brakes.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace the 10 degree wedge with a 12 degree wedge to reduce the chances of parking brake failure.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with rockwell rda stop master ii wedgebrakes.system: parking brakes; operating wedge.consequences of defect: failure of the parking brakes would allow the vehicleto roll free when left unattended on a steep grade. this could cause seriousinjury and damage to people and property.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
78V076000PACCAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1975 to 06/01/1976V (Vehicle)496905/18/1978ODIPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY04/11/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe wrong operational amplifier was installed in the controller on the involved vehicles. if a certain capacitor in the controller should fail, the brakes on the axle on which the controller is located would fail. the brake warning light which would normally indicate a malfunction, would also be inoperative.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will inspect and, if necessary, remove incorrect controller and install a new controller and wiring harness.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with eaton anti-lock systems.system: service brakes; anti-lock system.consequences of dwefect: loss of braking capability and a vehicle accidentcould result.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING)
77V147000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)70010/04/1977MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY09/19/197710/12/1979571121
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehical safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. a jumper wire was erroneously installed in the warning unit for the wheel anti-lock wiring system. this defect prevents the warning light from activating in the event of a malfunction in the anti-lock system.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will remove the jumper wire from the warning system, without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: electrical; wheel anti-lock warning light.consequences of defect: anti-lock system could become inoperative without thedrivers knowledge. in the event of an emergency stop, wheel lock-up couldcause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
76V156000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)1010/29/1976MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY10/04/197610/12/1979
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NotesPaccar campaign no n/a.heavy truck.possibility that the steering gear couldcause hydraulic lock when used with an auxiliary steering cylinder.if thiscondition exists, it could cause loss of steering.(correct by inspecting andrepalcing steering gears found to bedefective).heavy truck.
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
76V201000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)50012/17/1976MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY12/17/197610/12/1979
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NotesTrucks.possibility that the axle to spring u bolt may be defective.if ubolts fail it could result in loss of vehicle control.(correct by inspectingand replacing u bolts where necessary.)
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
77V018000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)90003/22/1977MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY02/09/197710/12/1979
Defect SummaryThe rear axle suspension u-bolts on the involved vehicles may fail. should two or more u-bolts fail, the drive axle(s) can separate from the vehicle chassis.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the defective u-bolts, free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: suspension; u-bolts.consequences of defect: should separation occur, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could result.note: prior to vehicle repair, the u-bolts should be inspected frequently.
WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
76V191000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)483202/22/1977MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY12/01/197610/12/1979
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NotesTrucks.possibility wheel hub assemblies were installed with mismarked studs.failure of hub assemblies could occur if the wrong application of studs ismade, resulting in possible vehicle crash.(correct by inspecting andreplacing studs where necessary.)
76V192000PACCAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)105001/14/1977MFRPETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY12/01/197610/12/1979
Defect Summary
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Corrective Summary
NotesTrucks.possibility of installation of drive wheel studs, not manufactured torequired specifications were used in assemblies.if this condition existsdrive wheel separation could occur, which would result in a loss of control andcould cause vehicle crash.(correct by inspecting and replacing all axle drivewheel studs.)

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
STEERING
PE86068PETERBILT MOTOR COMPANY07/29/198609/04/1986STEER AXLE HUB FAILURE86V119000
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