Recall 00V029000: 1997–1998 Peterbilt Peterbilt
- Report received
- Feb 3, 2000
- Manufacturer
- Paccar, incorporated
- Potentially affected
- 9,750vehicles
- Model years
- 1997–1998
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped equipped with 1998 caterpillar 3406e engines. The routing of the caterpillar fuel lines and peterbilt engine wiring can cause rubbing on the fuel line.
Possible consequence
This condition can result in fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiring and, if there is evidence of rubbing, the electrical harness and/or fuel lines will be replaced and routed correctly.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1997 Peterbilt Peterbilt4 complaints
- 1998 Peterbilt Peterbilt1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.