The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22V939000·Announced 2022-12-16

Peterbilt 320 and 520 Refuse Trucks Recalled for Suspension Defect

PACCAR is recalling 2015-2023 Peterbilt 320 and 520 refuse trucks because suspension brackets may fail, causing axle instability and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (suspension bracket failure) that causes axle instability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2015-2023 Peterbilt 320 and 520 refuse trucks equipped with Haulmaax/EX suspensions. The recall involves 15,658 vehicles.

The suspension tracking rod brackets may fail and detach from the forward drive axle. This failure can cause the axle to become unstable, which decreases vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the welds and add an additional bracket between the tracking rod bracket and axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 14, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PETERBILT 320, 520
Brand
PETERBILT
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
15,658

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • 320
  • 520

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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