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NHTSA Recall 16V706000: Steering

Fontaine Modification reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Kenworth K370 Dual-Steer.

70
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2016
owners notified (November 2)
NHTSA campaign16V706000
ComponentSTEERING
Report receivedOctober 3, 2016
Owner notificationNovember 2, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Fontaine-modified Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, to August 22, 2016. The right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.

Safety risk

Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2016. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.

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 16V706000

Make and modelModel years
Kenworth K370 Dual-Steer2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Peterbilt PB220 Dual-Steer2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

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.