NHTSA Recall 06V490000: Suspension
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,246 vehicles. It affects 13 models including the Peterbilt 330.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V490000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 1206D |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | December 21, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 17, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On some peterbilt trucks, certain parts used in the air suspensions have a high copper content causing premature failure.
Safety risk
Failure could cause erratic vehicle handling which can cause a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, when necessary, replace the defective parts. The recall began on january 17, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Notes
Paccar/peterbilt recall no. 1206d.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V490000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 330 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 335 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 340 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 357 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 378 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 379 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 379K | 2007 |
| Peterbilt 385 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2007 |
| Peterbilt 387 | 2007, 2008 |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2007, 2008 |
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.