Recalls for 1980 Peterbilt Peterbilt

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET

Posted on: 1990-01-02
Description
A required weld joining a walking beam bushing spacer to the axle hanger bracket may have been omitted.

Consequence
Rear axle could separate from the rear suspension,causing loss of vehicle control which could result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Make necessary welding corrections.

Notes
System: suspension.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks with hendrickson rear suspension.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET

Posted on: 1986-09-12
Description
A required weld joining a walking beam bushing spacer to the axle hanger bracket may have been omitted.  Consequence of defect: rear axle could separate from the rear suspension, causing loss of vehicle control which could result in an accident.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Make necessary welding corrections.

Notes
System: suspension.  Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with hendrickson rear suspension.

DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES

Posted on: 1982-04-23
Description
It may be possible for the lcf throttle rod bell crank to make contact with the radiator seal.  This can result in reduced engine performance and/or throttle return.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will modify the driver side radiator seal to eliminate the possibility of interference with the throttle rod bell crank.

Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual transmission.system: throttle linkages and control; throttle rod bell crank/radiator.consequences of defect: an improper throttle return could result in loss ofvehicle speed control and an accident.

DEFECT #4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Posted on: 1983-01-17
Description
On certain vehicles, the air starter valves may become internally damaged during normal operation.  This may result in a malfunction of the valve, causing the air starter to self actuate and start the engine of an unattended vehicle.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will replace the valve with a current production version at no cost to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with sealco air starters.system: electrical; starter valve.consequences of defect: this condition could occur without prior warning, whilethe vehicle is parked or being serviced and may result in a vehicle accidentand personal injury.