Recall 07V044000: 2003–2006 Peterbilt 378 and 2 other models

Report received

Feb 12, 2007

Manufacturer

Paccar incorporated

Potentially affected

18vehicles

Model years

2003–2006

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

On certain non-abs equipped trucks, an air hose between the tractor protection valve and the back of the cab bulkhead was omitted.

Possible consequence

The absence of this air hose could adversely affect the drive axle brake performance while a trailer is being pulled, resulting in longer stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Peterbilt will inspect the air hose plumbing of the drive axle brake system and make the necessary repairs. The recall began on february 22, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2003 Peterbilt 3570 complaints
• 2004 Peterbilt 3570 complaints
• 2005 Peterbilt 3570 complaints
• 2006 Peterbilt 3570 complaints
• 2003 Peterbilt 3780 complaints
• 2004 Peterbilt 3781 complaints
• 2005 Peterbilt 3780 complaints
• 2006 Peterbilt 3781 complaints
• 2003 Peterbilt 3793 complaints
• 2004 Peterbilt 3791 complaints
• 2005 Peterbilt 3797 complaints
• 2006 Peterbilt 3792 complaints