NHTSA recall campaign
19V282000
ManufacturerPACCAR IncorporatedReported2019-04-09Affected5,051 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →