1986 PETERBILT PETERBILT Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 86V127000 on 09/11/1986
Component:: Electrical system:wiring: rear compartment/trunk
Manufactured:: 05/31/1986 - 07/31/1986
Affected:: 312
Defect:: The circuit wire for the trailer stop light may not be connected to the output terminal of either the tractor spring brake stop light switch or the service brake stop light switch. consequence of defect: trailer stop lights will not illuminate when brakes are applied. the truck brake warning signal to other highway vehicles would not be present, creating a possibility for an accident.
Correction:: Rework wiring for proper connection.
Notes:: System: electrical/wiring.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
Campaign:: 89V008000 on 01/23/1989
Component:: Seat belts:front:retractor
Manufactured:: 10/31/1986 - 06/30/1988
Affected:: 8,000
Defect:: Retractor housing on seat belt may interfere with the seat cushion.
Consequence:: If seat belt retractor failed to lock in an emergency,driver may not be retained and personal injury may result.
Correction:: Install a spacer to eliminate any interference between the seat cushion and the seat belt retractor housing.
Notes:: System: drivers seat belt.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with bostrum suspension seatsand indiana mills and manufacturing 2 point komfort lok retracting seat belts.