NHTSA Recall 04V548000: Seats
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 251 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Peterbilt 387.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V548000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 1104E |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | November 16, 2004 |
| Owner notification | December 6, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks, the pivot bolts which hold the seat back frame to the seat cushion frame can loosen and possibly fracture or dislodge, causing the seat back to fail to provide full support to the driver.
Safety risk
A possible vehicle crash could occur should the seat fall backwards during use.
Remedy
Gra-mag will provide customers with repair kits which include instructions and parts to repair the seat. Owners should contact gra-mag at 614-875-8435 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Notes
Peterbilt recall no. 1104e.customers can 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 04V548000
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.