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2006 Peterbilt 379 Trailer Hitches Fifth Wheel Assembly Recall


NHTSA Recall #	47240
NHTSA Compaign #	07V033000
MFG Compaign #	107A
Manufacturer	PACCAR INCORPORATED
Supplier	PETERBILT
Brand	PETERBILT
Model	379
Model Year	2006
Component	TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Date of notification	28/02/07
Begin date of manufacuring	09/10/06
End date of manufacturing	17/11/06
Type of recall	V
Recall initiator	MFR
Report received	06/02/07
Report created	06/02/07
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FMV safety standard number
Estimated number of affected units	164
Defect summary	On certain trucks, the fifth wheel king pin release air valve internal spool was installed backwards. The air option of the king pin release system would be inoperable. To correct this situation in production, the vehicle's air lines were mistakenly reversed rather than replacing the valve.
Consequence summary	There is a possibility that the king pin can release without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged.
Corrective action	Dealers will inspect the functionality of the king pin release system and suspect valve. If any vehicles have a non-conforming valve or incorrect plumbing, it will be replaced and re-plumbed. The recall began on february 28, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Recall notes	Peterbilt recall no. 107a. 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.

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2006 Peterbilt 379 Trailer Hitches Fifth Wheel Assembly Recall

2006 Peterbilt 379 Trailer Hitches Fifth Wheel Assembly Recall

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