NHTSA Recall 14V145000: Service brakes
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 474 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Peterbilt 365.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V145000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 314-D |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Report received | March 25, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 20, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Peterbilt 365, 367, 388, 389 trucks manufactured October 6, 2007, through September 23, 2013. The affected vehicles were built with 16.5" x 7" front drum brakes and Bendix ES-420 brake linings installed on front axles rated to carry between 20,001 and 22,000 lbs GAWR and larger SLR (20.5" to 21.5") tires, however these brake linings are not rated for this configuration. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety risk
The improper brake configuration could lengthen the braking distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install new 16.5" x 7" brake shoes with ES-600 linings, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2014. Owners may contact at Peterbilt at 1-800-473-8372. Peterbilt's number for this recall is 314-D.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V145000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 365 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Peterbilt 388 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.