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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1999 Peterbilt 387 in Canada.
Certain vehicles equipped with TRW brand tie rod model number 24-DL. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket. If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links.
A failure of this component (steering) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
Certain vehicles equipped with Peterbilt's SmartGage system containing a Reduced Function Interface Module (RFIM). This module receives data from various components/systems on the vehicle then sends the information to a microprocessor. A manufacturing defect in the RFIM's can allow water to penetrate into the pressure block portion of the module, causing an electrical short in the pressure transducer connector. his results in an erroneous air pressure reading on the gauge in the dash. Correction: The RFIM date code will be inspected and all RFIM's built prior to September 9, 2000 will be replaced.
A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain vehicles, the steer axle mudflaps and/or mudflap stiffeners may be too long and could rub a hole in the forward surface of the undercab fuel tank resulting in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Correction: Affected vehicles will receive replacement mudflap assemblies smaller than the original assemblies and the fuel tank will be checked for abrasion and replaced if damaged.
A failure of this component (fuel system) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
On certain vehicles, interference between the throttle pedal and the brake pedal may prevent the brake pedal from operating as intended. This interference could result in greater pedal effort and/or delayed brake release. Correction: Throttle bracket will be replaced with one of a design which will provide sufficient clearance between the brake and throttle pedals.
A failure of this component (brakes) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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