Recall 77V-116: 1975–1976 Peterbilt Peterbilt

PACCAR, INCORPORATED recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Aug 3, 1977, covering about 207 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-116
Report date
Aug 3, 1977
Vehicles affected
207
Owners notified
Sep 7, 1977

The problem

The involved vehicles have 10 degree wedges in the parking brake system, which may not be adequate to hold a loaded vehicle on a steep grade. This deficiency may lead to failure of the parking brakes.

The fix

Dealer will replace the 10 degree wedge with a 12 degree wedge to reduce the chances of parking brake failure.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with rockwell rda stop master II wedgebrakes.system: parking brakes; operating wedge.consequences of defect: failure of the parking brakes would allow the vehicleto roll free when left unattended on a steep grade. This could cause seriousinjury and damage to people and property.

Recall details

ManufacturerPACCAR, INCORPORATED
ComponentParking Brake › Driveline › Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V116000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Peterbilt Peterbilt1975, 1976All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-116?

The involved vehicles have 10 degree wedges in the parking brake system, which may not be adequate to hold a loaded vehicle on a steep grade. This deficiency may lead to failure of the parking brakes.

How is recall 77V-116 fixed?

Dealer will replace the 10 degree wedge with a 12 degree wedge to reduce the chances of parking brake failure.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.