NHTSA Recall 21V004000: Column (steering)
PACCAR Incorporated reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,021 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Peterbilt 320.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V004000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21PBA |
| Component | STEERING › COLUMN |
| Report received | January 11, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 30, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles. The steering column support structure may crack or break in certain right-hand, stand-up drive models.
Safety risk
If the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the 520 models right hand stand-pp steering column structure and replace it if cracks are present, as well as add additional support brackets to the new (if replaced) or existing structure, free of charge. Additionally, for the 520 models, dealers will install a large gusset with triangulating support for the column bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBA.
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 21V004000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt 320 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| Peterbilt 520 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
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.