Peterbilt 389, 357 +6 more: Power train — axle assembly

Affects Peterbilt 389, 357, 379, 386, 387, 378, 385, 388 · 2007–2008 — about 13K vehicles.

The hazard

DETACHMENT OF THE DRIVELINE FROM THE AXLE MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER AND BECOME DISABLED IN THE ROADWAY. ALSO, THE DRIVELINE COULD DROP FROM THE VEHICLE INTO THE ROADWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

What to do

PACCAR IS WORKING WITH ITS SUPPLIER TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440 AND PETERBILT AT 940-591-4196.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational