NHTSA Recall 16V872000: Switch (exterior lighting)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,046 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the Peterbilt 325.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V872000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 816-F |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH |
| Report received | December 5, 2016 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2017 Peterbilt 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 386, 389, and 587 vehicles manufactured April 20, 2016, to June 13, 2016. The brake lights may not illuminate when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
If the brake lights do not illuminate when the brakes are applied, other drivers will be unaware the vehicle is stopping, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any brake light switches with date code 08-01760, free of charge. The recall began on January 26, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's number for this recall is 816-F.
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 16V872000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 325 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 330 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 348 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 365 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 367 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 386 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 389 | 2017 |
| Peterbilt 587 | 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.