Recall 01V165000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 01V165000. Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD. 73 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
THIS LACK OF INSULATION COULD ALLOW THE DIODES TO CONTACT EACH OTHER. ANY CONTACT BETWEEN THE DIODES COULD LEAD TO A SHORT CIRCUIT AND POSSIBLY A VEHICLE FIRE.
Defect Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISC ENGINES. DIODES (ELECTRONIC DEVICES THAT RESTRICT CURRENT FLOW) CONTAINED IN THE PRE-HEAT CIRCUIT OF CERTAIN ENGINE WIRING HARNESSES WERE NOT PROPERLY INSULATED DURING THE HARNESS MANUFACTURING PROCESS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE HARNESSES AND REMEDY, IF REQUIRED, BY PROPERLY INSULATING THE DIODES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PETERBILT AT 1-940-591-4000.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| PETERBILT | 330 | 2001 | Check VINs |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching PETERBILT from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V022000 | Jan 19, 2026 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | STEERING | 219 |
| 25V795000 | Nov 17, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK | 62 |
| 25V436000 | Jun 26, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE | 56,260 |
| 25V353000 | May 28, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR | 315 |
| 25V181000 | Mar 24, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | 238 |
| 25V182000 | Mar 24, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | 168 |
| 25V041000 | Jan 29, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 5,378 |
| 25V014000 | Jan 16, 2025 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 1,110 |
| 24V915000 | Dec 9, 2024 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 220,764 |
| 24V908000 | Dec 3, 2024 | PACCAR INCORPORATED | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM | 68 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.