NHTSA Recall 00V029000: Electrical system: front underhood
PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,750 vehicles. It affects 1997–1998 Peterbilt Peterbilt.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V029000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 200-C |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FRONT UNDERHOOD |
| Report received | February 3, 2000 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped equipped with 1998 caterpillar 3406e engines. The routing of the caterpillar fuel lines and peterbilt engine wiring can cause rubbing on the fuel line.
Safety risk
This condition can result in fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the wiring and, if there is evidence of rubbing, the electrical harness and/or fuel lines will be replaced and routed correctly.
Notes
Owner notification began march 1, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V029000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.