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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 06V490📅 Dec 28, 2006

2007–2008 Peterbilt 330 & 2007–2008 Peterbilt 335 + 11 more recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

On some peterbilt trucks, certain parts used in the air suspensions have a high copper content causing premature failure.

💥 The risk

Failure could cause erratic vehicle handling which CAN cause a vehicle crash without warning.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and, when necessary, replace the defective parts. The recall began on january 17, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
06V490000
Manufacturer recall #
1206D
Manufacturer
PACCAR INCORPORATED
Vehicles affected
3,246
Component
SUSPENSION
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 17, 2007
Built
Aug 16, 2006 – Nov 22, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Paccar/peterbilt recall no. 1206D.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 06V490 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 06V490?

2007–2008 Peterbilt 330 & 2007–2008 Peterbilt 335 + 11 more. 3,246 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Peterbilt dealer to book the free repair.