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1997 PETERBILT PETERBILT

2 recalls, 5 complaints - 14 TSBs

00V029000 Feb 3, 2000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Defect Description
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.
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.
9,750 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR, INCORPORATED
99V281000 Oct 5, 1999
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MERITOR 15X4 BRAKE ASSEMBLIES WERE INSTALLED ON LIFTABLE/STEERABLE TAG/PUSHER AXLES CONTAINED A SIZE 12 BRAKE CHAMBER INSTEAD OF THE SPECIFIED SIZE 16 BRAKE CHAMBER.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION WOULD CAUSE DECREASED BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE CHAMBERS.
7 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR, INCORPORATED

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints 1 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY Dec 13, 2000
Incident date: Jun 1, 2000
TWO FAILED FUEL LINES CREATED A FIRE AND POLLUTION HAZARD. OTHER PETERBILT OWNERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND THE MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM,YET HAS NOT TAKEN STEPS TO CORRECT IT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE Sep 8, 2000
Incident date: Oct 12, 1999
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ENGINE POWER INCLUDED POWER STEERING, WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE LOAD SHIFTED AND THE VEHICLE OVERTURNED. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *MJS
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE Nov 29, 1999
Incident date: Oct 12, 1999
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ENGINE POWER INCLUDED POWER STEERING, WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE LOAD SHIFTED AND THE VEHICLE OVERTURNED. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *MJS
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES Aug 23, 1999
BATTERY CABLES RUBBING FRAME AND TRANS EXTERNAL FILTER CAUSED DRAW AND SUPER HEATING OF WIRES AND ALMOST RESULTED IN FIRE. MJS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES Aug 23, 1999
BATTERY CABLES RUBBING FRAME AND TRANS EXTERNAL FILTER CAUSED DRAW AND SUPER HEATING OF WIRES RESULTED IN FIRE. MJS
Fire

Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 PETERBILT PETERBILT

14 manufacturer communications from 10 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
350000 EQUIPMENT2
042600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS1
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL1
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE1
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING1
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
32-015 Jun 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
11-001 May 29, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
32-016 Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
01-075 Nov 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
13-049 Jan 4, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
03-064 Jul 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
SB-10-08 Oct 1, 2008
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
THIS BULLETIN IS TO NOTIFY DEALERS OF A CUMMINS ENGINE CAMPAIGN THAT UPDATES THE SOFTWARE FOR CERTAIN ISX AND ISM CUMMINS ENGINES BUILT BETWEEN 01/01/07 AND 12/31/07. THIS FOR ENGINES ONLY AND TRUCK BUILD DATES. *PE
4891 Mar 30, 1998
042600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 1, 1996 AND DECEMBER 31, 1997 WITH AD-9DI OR AD-9I EXTENDED PURGE AIR DRYERS VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A STICKING PURGE VALVE. *YC

NHTSA Safety Investigations, PETERBILT PETERBILT

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE87036 Opened: Jul 1, 1987 , Closed: Dec 15, 1987
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
REAR INNER WHEEL BEARINGS
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER:ON MAY 22, 1987, PETERBILTINITIATED A FIELD REPAIR PROGRAM FOR INSPECTION OF 577 VEHICLES SUSPECTEDOF HAVING INSTALLED ONE OR MORE INCORRECT REAR WHEEL BEARINGS.BASED ONREVIEW OF REPAIR RECORDS FOR 156 VEHICLES INSPECTED AS OF OCTOBER 31, 1987,AND INFORMATION... Read more

PETERBILT PETERBILT - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PETERBILT PETERBILT across all model years (1967, 1999).

93 Total Recalls
46 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
5 Reported Crashes
10 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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