Vehicle recall 89V187000 · October 27, 1989

1988-1989 Peterbilt Peterbilt

Fuel pumps may have a loose rack fastener that could allow the bolt to come out of the rack.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Fuel pumps may have a loose rack fastener that could allow the bolt to come out of the rack.
Consequence: This would affect operator control of engine speed andengine shutdown capability which could result in an accident.
Remedy: Retighten fastener to specified torque and use self locking nut.
Notes: System: engine / fuel pump.vehicle category: multi-purpose passenger vehicle.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 89V187000
Reported to NHTSA: October 27, 1989
Filed by: PACCAR, INCORPORATED
Vehicles potentially affected: 19
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

Recall 89V187000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Peterbilt Peterbilt (1988-1989): 1989, 1988

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