NHTSA recall 88V119000
Vehicle speed control
Peterbilt 362
Reported Jul 25, 198839 vehicles affectedPACCAR, INCORPORATEDBuilt Jul 1, 1987 – Jun 1, 1988
The defect
Due to an incorrect cab support leg, throttle rod when separated, could cause throttle linkage to lock in the full throttle position.
The risk
If throttle locked in full throttle position while thetruck IS moving, loss of vehicle control could result in an accident.
The remedy
Install a restrictor plate to the cab leg.