2017 PETERBILT 567 Recalls

2017 PETERBILT 567 Recall

Item Affected: STRUCTURE:BODY

Date Announced: 08/31/2016

Description of Recall: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling one model year 2017 Peterbilt 567 truck manufactured April 26, 2016. The affected vehicle has a left-hand rail-mounted trailer air and electric bracket that protrudes upward, becoming a tripping hazard.

Conequence: Tripping on the bracket or associated connections could increase the risk of injury in the event of a fall from the top of the vehicle frame.

Action Need To Fix It: Peterbilt will notify the owner, and an authorized dealer will move the air and electric connections from the left hand rail to the right hand rail, free of charge. The vehicle has been repaired. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number of this recall is 816-E.

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.