Peterbilt 520: Steering

Affects Peterbilt 520 · 2018–2019 — about 21 vehicles.

The hazard

The improperly mounted steering assist cylinder bracket may break and cause damage to surrounding components and/or lock up the steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will correcting the mounting, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on January 31, 2020. The recall began March 4, 2020. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBF.

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