NHTSA recall campaign
16V706000
ManufacturerFontaine ModificationReported2016-10-03Affected70 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →