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Campaign 15V108 Posted February 24, 2015 5,141 units

2009-2015 Peterbilt 320-389 Recall 15V108: Tie Rod Bolts

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 1, 2026

Recall 15V108 covers 5,141 2009-2015 Peterbilt trucks with loose front axle tie rod clamp bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.

Peterbilt is recalling 5,141 2009-2015 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks because undertorqued front axle tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion. Loose bolts can separate, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk; Peterbilt dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The front axle tie rod on 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks is part of the steering linkage. It helps keep the front wheels pointed together as the driver turns the wheel. Clamp bolts at the tie rod end hold the threaded end in the tube after the alignment is set.

On these trucks, the manufacturing specification used the wrong clamp-bolt torque. That left the tie rod end clamp tightened below the corrected specification. With too little clamping force, the threaded tie rod end can shift in the tube, and corrosion can add to the problem over time. The result is a steering linkage that is not being held as securely as designed.

There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not rely on noise, vibration, or steering feel to confirm whether this defect is present.

Who's affected?

Models 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 share the same tie rod (steering linkage) component across the 2009-2015 model years.

2010 Peterbilt 389 tie rod (steering linkage)
2012 Peterbilt 365 tie rod (steering linkage)
2013 Peterbilt 365 tie rod (steering linkage)
2011 Peterbilt 365 tie rod (steering linkage)
2009 Peterbilt 365 tie rod (steering linkage)
Units affected5,141
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts can corrode, loosen, and separate. If that happens, the truck can lose vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Because steering is involved, drive cautiously and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, or 389 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer to schedule the free front axle tie rod assembly replacement that addresses undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Peterbilt mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V108 when you call.
  4. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop the trip if the steering feels loose or abnormal.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Peterbilt technician checks whether the factory installed front axle tie rod assembly has already been replaced. If it has not, the technician replaces the front axle tie rod assembly. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Peterbilt's general reimbursement plan covers qualifying out-of-pocket tie rod repairs paid before this recall work. Bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk so the claim can be reviewed.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

February 24, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
April 4, 2016 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V108?

Recall 15V108 covers 5,141 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks with front axle tie rod end clamp bolts that were improperly torqued. Peterbilt dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly for free when the factory-installed assembly has not already been replaced.

What should I do if my 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, or 389 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V108. If it is, contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer to schedule the front axle tie rod assembly replacement. Reference recall number 15V108 or Peterbilt recall 215-C when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Peterbilt dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly free of charge when the factory-installed assembly has not already been replaced.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is loss of vehicle control. The undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, and loose bolts can separate. That condition increases crash risk, so confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair if your truck is included.

What if I bought my Peterbilt truck used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included, then contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer and reference recall 15V108 or Peterbilt recall 215-C.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V108000
Peterbilt customer service1-940-591-4220
NHTSA recall #15V108
NHTSA recall # (full)15V108000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →