2017 PETERBILT PB220 DUAL-STEER Recalls

2017 PETERBILT PB220 DUAL-STEER Recall

Item Affected: STEERING

Date Announced: 10/03/2016

Description of Recall: Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Fontaine-modified Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, to August 22, 2016. The right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.

Conequence: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Action Need To Fix It: Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2016. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.

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.