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NHTSARecalled Sep 16, 2021 · #21V720000

Quick Release Valve Missing/FMVSS 121

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. The quick release valve on the rear brake signal hose may be missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems." A missing quick release valve cannot ensure correct rear brake release timing, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Product details

Product
Quick Release Valve Missing/FMVSS 121
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
PACCAR Incorporated
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a missing quick release valve, and install one if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 7, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBK.

View the official CPSC notice