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June 13, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V423000
Alternator Positive Cable May Chafe and Cause Fire
A damaged alternator cable increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V423
Manufacturer PACCAR Incorporated
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected 4,914
Summary
PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with MX-13 engines and 160-amp alternators. A fastener on the front spring bracket may have been installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail, which can chafe and damage the alternator positive cable.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the frame fastener and secure the alternator cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt’s customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR’s number for this recall is 23PBD.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What’s New
On certain Model Year 2022 and 2023, 579 MLU trucks, built between 04/26/2021 and 07/29/2022, equipped with a PACCAR MX-13 engine and PACCAR 160-amp alternator, the alternator positive cable may chafe against the left-hand side, front spring bracket, top rearward fastener, if the fastener was installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail. Chafing of the alternator positive cable insulation may result in an increased risk of a fire.
Introduction
The alternator positive cable may chafe against the left-hand side, front spring bracket, top rearward fastener, if the fastener was installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail. Chafing of the alternator positive cable insulation may result in an increased risk of a fire.
Chronology :
5/11/23 – Product Safety and Compliance received a Field Service report that a customer truck had an underhood fire due to the positive alternator cable rubbing a front of frame fastener. An investigation was initiated.
5/16/23 – Product Safety and Compliance requested a warranty claim search and all Field Service reports related to under hood fires.
5/25/23 – Seven warranty claims and six related under hood fires were reported.
6/6/2023 – The Peterbilt Safety Committee met and determined that a defect related to motor vehicle safety does exist.
As of 6/6/2023, Paccar received 7 warranty claims and 6 report(s) about trucks in the field that may be related between 9/27/2022 and 6/6/2023. No reports of deaths or injuries have been received.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
PETERBILT | 579 | 2022-2023 |
3 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V423-1559.PDF 214.036KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V423-3339.pdf 645.853KB
Safety Bulletin
RCSB-23V423-7097.pdf 181.714KB
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-423 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : PACCAR Incorporated Submission Date : JUN 13, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-423 Manufacturer Recall No. : 23PBD Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : PACCAR Incorporated Address : 777 106TH AVENUE NORTHEAST BELLEVUE WA 98004 Company phone : 940 591 4220 Population : Number of potentially involved : 4,914 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2023 Peterbilt 579 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : -Population basis, Model 579 with MX-13 engine and 160amp alternator -Alternator cable routing with this configuration is close to a forward LH frame fastener -4,914 trucks within affected population Production Dates : APR 26, 2021 – JUL 29, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : On certain Model 579 trucks equipped with a PACCAR MX-13 engine and PACCAR 160-amp alternator, the alternator positive cable may chafe against the left-hand side front spring bracket top rearward fastener, if the fastener was installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Chafing of the alternator positive cable insulation may result in an increased risk of a fire. Description of the Cause : During the assembly process the positive alternator cable was routed too close to the left-hand front spring bracket top rearward fastener. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : There are no warnings associated with this defect. Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-423 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Component Name 1 : Alternator Cable Component Description : Positive Alternator Cable, Component Part Number : See manufacturer comments section Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : Peterbilt Motors Company Address : 1700 Woodbrook Street Denton Texas 76205 Country : United States Chronology : 5/11/23 – Product Safety and Compliance received a Field Service report that a customer truck had an underhood fire due to the positive alternator cable rubbing a front of frame fastener. An investigation was initiated. 5/16/23 – Product Safety and Compliance requested a warranty claim search and all Field Service reports related to under hood fires. 5/25/23 – Seven warranty claims and six related under hood fires were reported. 6/6/2023 – The Peterbilt Safety Committee met and determined that a defect related to motor vehicle safety does exist. As of 6/6/2023, Paccar received 7 warranty claims and 6 report(s) about trucks in the field that may be related between 9/27/2022 and 6/6/2023. No reports of deaths or injuries have been received. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Paccar will notify owners, and dealers will replace frame fastener and install it in the opposite direction along with properly securing the alternator cable free of charge. Owners who incurred costs to obtain a remedy for the problem addressed in the recall in advance of receiving notification may seek reimbursement through the process outlined in the general reimbursement plan on file. How Remedy Component Differs The left-hand side front spring bracket top rear fastener will be replaced Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-423 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 from Recalled Component : with a new fastener installed in the opposite direction, with the head inside the frame rail, giving more clearance for the alternator cable to be securely routed inside the frame. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The Denton plant implemented a procedure on 7/29/2022 to turn around the front of frame bracket fasteners on MLU Model 579 chassis. The fastener bolt/huck will protrude outboard thereby providing additional inside the rail cable routing clearance. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Customers will be notified within 60 days. Planned Dealer Notification Date : AUG 11, 2023 – AUG 11, 2023 Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 11, 2023 – AUG 11, 2023 * NR – Not Reported
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6/27/23, 12:18 PM Federal Recall Bulletin https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL 3BhY2Nhcm5ldC5zaGFyZXBvaW50LmNvbS9zaXRlcy9hdXRob3J3YXJyYW50eSIsImxpc3R… 1/5 23PBD – Peterbilt 579 MLU Alternator Wire Chafing Number 23PBD / 23V423 / 2023-343 Description Alternator Cable Chafing – Peterbilt 579 MLU With PACCAR MX-13 and PACCAR 160-amp Alternator. Date 6/27/2023 What’s New On certain Model Year 2022 and 2023, 579 MLU trucks, built between 04/26/2021 and 07/29/2022, equipped with a PACCAR MX-13 engine and PACCAR 160-amp alternator, the alternator positive cable may chafe against the left-hand side, front spring bracket, top rearward fastener, if the fastener was installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail. Chafing of the alternator positive cable insulation may result in an increased risk of a fire. Introduction The alternator positive cable may chafe against the left-hand side, front spring bracket, top rearward fastener, if the fastener was installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail. Chafing of the alternator positive cable insulation may result in an increased risk of a fire. Situation 5,425 (4,914 US and 511 CAN) MY 2022 and 2023, Model 579 MLU built between 04/26/2021 and 07/29/2022, with a PACCAR MX-13 engine and PACCAR 160-amp alternator. Resolution Campaign Review the attached chassis list for your dealer code and schedule your customer(s) for service if their chassis is on the list. Service all chassis affected that enter your dealership, even if the customer has no issue with the chassis. Use the attached procedure. Review SIR for “Complete” next to the “23PBD” campaign code prior to performing this repair. 6/27/23, 12:18 PM Federal Recall Bulletin Federal Law It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease new vehicles covered by this recall until the defect or noncompliance has been corrected. Warranty There is no time or mileage limit for this safety recall. Peterbilt will pay for parts at dealer net plus applicable mark-up and labor. • 0.7 hours labor to remove huck fastener from frame, replace with bolt, and inspect alternator wire for damage per repair procedures. Use Quick Claim Code 23PBDA. • 1.5 hours labor to remove huck fastener from frame, replace with bolt, and inspect alternator wire for damage, and replace alternator wire per repair procedures. Use Quick Claim Code 23PBDB. • 1.6 hours labor to remove huck fastener from frame, replace with bolt, inspect alternator wire for damage, R&R aero bumper for access to alternator https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL 3BhY2Nhcm5ldC5zaGFyZXBvaW50LmNvbS9zaXRlcy9hdXRob3J3YXJyYW50eSIsImxpc3R… 2/5 6/27/23, 12:18 PM Federal Recall Bulletin wire, and replace alternator wire per repair procedures. Use Quick Claim Code 23PBDC. • For extraordinary circumstances please use code 23PBD, add from “Recommended Repairs”, and then select the gear icon to edit Parts/Labor/Misc. • File the claim within 14 days in accordance with the Warranty Policy. Take-Off Parts Disposition: Dispose of takeoff parts 30-days after claim is paid. PRWS CLAIM CODING Campaign Code: Claim Category: Customer Concern Code: Corrective Action Code: Failure Location: Supplier Code: 23PBD Truck 225 12 032-001-042 N/A Campaign Type: Repair Type: Causal Code: Responsibility Code: Causal Part: SRT Code: Safety Recall Proactive 49 Camp N92-6006- 4AHBA0120 B23-PBD 0.7 hours Labor to remove huck fastener from frame and replace with bolt and inspect alternator wire for damage per https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL 3BhY2Nhcm5ldC5zaGFyZXBvaW50LmNvbS9zaXRlcy9hdXRob3J3YXJyYW50eSIsImxpc3R… 3/5 6/27/23, 12:18 PM Federal Recall Bulletin repair procedure. ECA-006 0.8 hours Labor to replace alternator wire per repair procedure. 014-114 0.1 hours Labor to remove and reinstall aero bumper for access – when equipped. Procedure Please follow your dealership’s safety procedures and precautions to ensure the vehicle can be safely repaired and maintained. The repair procedure can be found in the Links section. https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL 3BhY2Nhcm5ldC5zaGFyZXBvaW50LmNvbS9zaXRlcy9hdXRob3J3YXJyYW50eSIsImxpc3R… 4/5 6/27/23, 12:18 PM Federal Recall Bulletin https://paccarnet.sharepoint.com/sitepages/wtyfedrecallbltndetail.aspx?ctx=eyJ3ZWJVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL 3BhY2Nhcm5ldC5zaGFyZXBvaW50LmNvbS9zaXRlcy9hdXRob3J3YXJyYW50eSIsImxpc3R… 5/5 Parts Quantity Part Number Description MUST BE ORDERED DSP 1 W34-1160-080 1 W20-1028-016 N92-6006- Bolt – Finished Hex, M16 Nut Hex Locking M16 Magni Cable – Battery 1 (If Needed) As Needed 4AHBA0120 D2973-2367 (Pos) Assembly Shield – Hose AVAILABLE FROM PACCAR PARTS 2 W34-1162-016 SOURCE LOCALLY As Needed Source Locally As Needed Source Locally Washer Hard M16 Magni Spray Paint Zip Tie Straps Links 23PBD Repair Procedures 23PBD Chassis List 23PBD US Customer Letter 23PBD Canadian (English) Customer Letter
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