PETERBILT 2017 PETERBILT 520 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 PETERBILT 520
Brand
PETERBILT
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2017 PETERBILT 520 vehicles due to electrical system issues. An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Peterbilt 520 vehicles. Due to undersized wires, the connector between the cab power harness and the power distribution center (PDC) harness may overheat and melt, possibly resulting in an engine shutdown.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the main power wire to the PDC with a wire of the correct size, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-918-259-3258. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBB.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026