1987 PETERBILT 379 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
87V116000 on 08/05/1987
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:hanger,bracket
Manufactured:
10/31/1986 - 06/30/1987
Affected:
200
Defect:
Frame bracket which supports the rear of the front axle suspension spring may fail.
Consequence:
Suspension and axle could separate from vehicle whichcould result in loss of control.
Correction:
Replace standard bracket with bracket intended for off highway severe service.
Notes:
System: front axle suspension bracket.vehicle description: off highway heavy duty trucks.

Campaign:
88V047000 on 04/10/1988
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
08/31/1986 - 11/30/1987
Affected:
12,300
Defect:
The windshield wiper drive linkage could lockup and cause wipers to stop.
Consequence:
This condition could impair the drivers vision and avehicle crash may result.
Correction:
The windshield wiper drive linkage will be replaced on all vehicles.
Notes:
System: windshield wiper/linkage.vehicle description: trucks

1987 PETERBILT 379 TSB

Bulletin:
604
Component:
045000 service brakes, air:disc
Summary:
Air disc brakes for model 379-family vehicles. peterbilt. *tt

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