1978 PETERBILT CONVENTIONAL SERIES Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V266000 on 02/04/1980

Component:

Steering:hydraulic power assist system

Manufactured:

09/30/1977 - 09/30/1979

Affected:

1,700

Defect:

The steering power cylinder clamps may crack when tightened.

Correction:

Dealer will replace the defective steering power clamps at no cost to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering; power cylinder clamps.consequences of defect: steering control may be degraded, and loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident could occur.note: impaired steering control may be indicated by erratic power assist,reduced steering wheel mobility, or locking of the steering wheel. if any ofthese conditions occur, dealer should be contacted immediately.

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Campaign:

81V053000 on 05/11/1981

Component:

Exterior lighting:headlights

Manufactured:

01/31/1978 - 12/31/1980

Affected:

200

Defect:

On some vehicles, the rectangular head lamps are wired incorrectly, which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment." the affected vehicles are equipped with four head lights.

Correction:

All trucks containing an incorrect harness will have the connector rewired to correct the operation of the head lamps.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks.system: lighting; rectangular head lamps.consequences of defect: vision of other drivers may be impaired by excessivelybright lights during low beam operation. this can lead to loss of control andan accident.

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