Peterbilt 579, 348 +5 more: Electrical system

Affects Peterbilt 579, 348, 384, 388, 367, 365, 337 · 2010–2015 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

Without a warning of a problem existing in the side air bag system, the driver may continue to operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury from the side air bag not deploying in the event of a rollover.

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install a new electrical harness to correct them problem, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. Paccar's number for this recall is 514-F.

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