Recall
Peterbilt 520 — 19V282000
NHTSA ID
19V282000
Make
Peterbilt
Model
520
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2019-04-09
Component
ENGINE
Units Affected
5,051
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
19PBB
Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Due to undersized wires, the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center (PDC) harness may overheat and melt, possibly resulting in an engine shutdown.
Consequence
An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main power wire to the PDC with a wire of the correct size, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBB.