NHTSA Recall 10V162000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
PACCAR INCORPORATED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 531 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Peterbilt 325.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V162000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0410-B |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH |
| Report received | April 20, 2010 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Peterbilt is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 model 325, 330, 335, 337, 340, and 348 trucks. The hood anti-blowdown device is designed to prevent unintended and unexpected hood closure. The device within can become hindered or inoperative due to unintentional latch movement which interferes with the hood pivot j-hook, latch misalignment, or latch fallout.
Safety risk
An unintended latch closure can cause personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install hood anti-blowdown retention cables to the radiator and hood assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on june 21, 2010. Owners may contact perterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Notes
Peterbilt recall no.0410b.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V162000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 325 | 2010, 2011 |
| Peterbilt 330 | 2010, 2011 |
| Peterbilt 335 | 2010, 2011 |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2010, 2011 |
| Peterbilt 340 | 2010, 2011 |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2010, 2011 |
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.