2012 Peterbilt Model 220: recalls and complaints

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1. 17V554000Received 6 Sep 2017. 2,975 units.

   Power Train / Axle Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly binding the steering system.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 817-D and 17KWE.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 817-D and 17KWE. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Oct 2017.

2. 14V014000Received 24 Jan 2014. 828 units.

   Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012 through 2014 model year Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210 and 220 chassis equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for electrical insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the potting compound is exposed to heat and conducts electricity, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective component with a new battery equalizer or DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this recall is 14KWD. Peterbilt's number for this recall is 1213J.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 14KWD/1213J. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Mar 2014.

3. 12V490000Received 9 Oct 2012. 432 units.

   Exterior Lighting

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Kenworth K270 and K370 vehicles, manufactured from November 23, 2011, through September 27, 2012, and model year 2012-2013 Peterbilt 210 and 220 vehicles, manufactured from July 29, 2011, through September 25, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The fog lamps may be illuminated while the high beam headlights are on. Additionally, the daytime running lights are not deactivated when the headlight control is switched to an "on" position.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicles that use a combination of both fog lights and head lights or daytime running lights and headlights may be too bright for oncoming traffic, possibly distracting them and increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.

   Report filed by PACCAR Incorporated. Manufacturer campaign number 12KWG. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Nov 2012.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2012 Peterbilt Model 220?

4,235 units in 3 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Peterbilt Model 220 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the Peterbilt Model 220, model years 2009 to 2014. 3 of them name the 2012 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2012 Peterbilt Model 220 open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.