2019 Peterbilt 320 recalls (4)

Every 2019 Peterbilt 320 recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

• Suspension · NHTSA 22V939000

  Dec 16, 2022Suspension:Multiple Axle

  Problem

  PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2023 Peterbilt 320 and 520 refuse trucks equipped with Haulmaax/EX suspensions. The suspension tracking rod brackets may fail and detach from the forward drive axle, causing the axle to become unstable.

  Risk

  An unstable axle can decrease vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  Dealers will inspect the welds and add an additional bracket between the tracking rod bracket and axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 22PBL.

  Full recall details for 22V939000 →

• Steering · NHTSA 21V004000

  Nov 1, 2021Steering:Column

  Problem

  PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up drive models.

  Risk

  If the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 520 models right hand stand-pp 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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBA.

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• Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA 20V132000

  Apr 3, 2020Service Brakes, Air

  Problem

  PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles with dual foot valves and a liftable tag or tri-drive rear axles. The rear brake signal hose may be missing a quick release valve, possibly causing a delay in their brake release timing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Disc Brakes."

  Risk

  A delayed brake release may increase the risk of crash.

  Fix

  PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will check the vehicles for a quick release valve, installing one as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBB.

  Full recall details for 20V132000 →

• Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 19V452000

  Jun 14, 2019Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal

  Problem

  PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 1990-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles built with specific amber rear turn signals. The turn signals may also light up with the stop/tail lights when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

  Risk

  Rear Turn signals that illuminate at the same time as the brake lights may create confusion and impair the effectiveness of the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix

  PACCAR will notify owners, and for trucks with rear amber lights, dealers will add a jumper harness between the chassis electrical harness and amber tail lights, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBC.

  Full recall details for 19V452000 →

2019 Peterbilt 320 complaints and service bulletins

Peterbilt has issued at least 24 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Service bulletins by component

• Engine and Engine Cooling (6)
• Equipment (5)
• Electrical System (3)
• Engine (3)
• Structure (3)
• Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2)

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