NHTSA Recall 01V066000: Steering
PACCAR, INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,755 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Peterbilt 357.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V066000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 201-B |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | March 7, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 2, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The bolts used to secure the steering shaft can fail.
Safety risk
This condition can result in the loss of vehicle control without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective bolts. Owner notification began april 2, 2001. 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.
Notes
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 01V066000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 357 | 2000, 2001 |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2000, 2001 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2000, 2001 |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2000, 2001 |
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.