NHTSA recall campaign
17V471000
ManufacturerPACCAR IncorporatedReported2017-07-25Affected5,731 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Peterbilt 567 and 579 Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks equipped with optional spotlights. The spotlight circuit may not be adequately protected in the event of a short.
Risk
A short in the spotlight circuitry may increase the risk of a fire at the cab fuse block.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the polyfuse switch in the spotlight circuit to a standard fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2017. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 17KWC and 717-B.
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