Peterbilt · Canada · Crit
Peterbilt Truck: Engine
Affects Peterbilt Truck · 1997–1998 — about 693 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles equipped with Caterpillar 3406E engines, there is the potential for chafing between Peterbilt engine wiring and Caterpillar fuel lines near the fuel filter housing on the left side of the engine. This chafing condition can cause a fire without prior warning. Correction: Engine wiring and fuel lines will be inspected and repaired or replaced as necessary.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational