NHTSA Recall 08V510000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 60 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Peterbilt 320.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V510000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 908I |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | October 3, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 7, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Paccar is recalling 60 my 2008-2009 320 trucks equipped with caterpillar c13 diesel engines. The extension pipes attached to the aftertreatment regeneration device (ard) may develop a hole, and heat and flame may escape during a regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
Safety risk
This may result in a fire hazard.
Remedy
Paccar is working with caterpillar to repair this vehicle (please see 08e054). Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or peterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Notes
Paccar/peterbilt recall no. 908i.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 08V510000
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.