Peterbilt Peterbilt 1993
Model Peterbilt made in 1993 by Peterbilt got 2 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, tires. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. There was one recall concerning service brakes, air .
Model 1993
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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SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
95E003001 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 02/01/1993 to 02/01/1995 | E (Equipment) | 20740 | ODI | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 03/13/1995 | 09/26/1995 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. the air dryer can become over pressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridgecan separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. this pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: brakes; air dryer.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with rockwell wabco system saver 1000 or system saver twin air dryers.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge with in a reasonable time, contact peterbilt at 1-510-790-4013 or kenworth at 1-206-828-5418.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
94V002000 | PACCAR, INCORPORATED | from 09/01/1992 to 12/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 200 | 03/24/1994 | MFR | PACCAR INCORPORATED | 10/05/1994 | 01/11/1994 | |||||||
Defect Summary | A service brake hose and a spring brake hose are not of sufficient lengths which could cause one or both hoses to separate from the end fittings during full articulation. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If the brake hose fails, it will result in increased stopping distance. if the spring brake hose fails, the spring brake will engage and the truck will come to a sudden stop. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect these vehicles for hose lengths and any out of specification hoses will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: brakes; air; lines; hose; non-metallic. vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with optional ridewell dynalastic tandem suspension.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact paccar service center at 1-206-455-7356. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||||
FR12944 | 12/01/1994 | 39034 | Field repair to repair certain rockwell transmissions that were manufactured with non-heat treated bearings. *tw | 03/01/1995 |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
05/10/2003 | 300000 | 1 | |
Consumer states vehicle's left axle snapped, causing vehicle to lose control. dealer notified. *ak | |||
TIRES | |||
06/02/1997 | 1 | ||
While driving two right rear tires fell off. |