Peterbilt 320, 520 Recalled for Steering Column Concerns
Paccar is recalling approximately 1,021 model-year 2015-2021 Peterbilt Model 320 and Model 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up-drive models.
The Peterbilt Model 520 is among the vehicles recalled for steering column concerns.
Photo: Peterbilt
Paccar is recalling approximately 1,021 model-year 2015-2021 Peterbilt Model 320 and Model 520 vehicles. The steering column support struc
The company will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 520 model's right hand stand-up steering column structure and replace it if cracks are present, as well as add additional support brackets to the new (if replaced) or existing structure, free of charge.
Additionally, for the 520 models, dealers will install a large gusset with triangulating support for the column bracket, free of charge.
A remedy plan for the 320 models has not been yet been finalized.
The recall is expected to begin March 8, 2021.
Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at (940) 591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 21PBA.
Originally posted on Work Truck Online
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