United States 16V706000
Fontaine Modification
The problem
Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Fontaine-modified Peterbilt 220 and Kenworth 370 dual-steer vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, to August 22, 2016. The right hand side steering may fail due to an improperly press-fitted steering shaft.
Risk
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
What owners should do
Fontaine will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2016. Owners may contact Fontaine customer service at 1-704-409-1614.
Units 70