Medium duty hood anti-blowdown device
Defect Summary
Peterbilt is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 model 325, 330, 335, 337, 340, and 348 trucks. the hood anti-blowdown device is designed to prevent unintended and unexpected hood closure. the device within can become hindered or inoperative due to unintentional latch movement which interferes with the hood pivot j-hook, latch misalignment, or latch fallout.
Safety Consequence
An unintended latch closure can cause personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install hood anti-blowdown retention cables to the radiator and hood assemblies free of charge. the safety recall began on june 21, 2010. owners may contact perterbilt at 940-591-4196.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 10V162000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V162000?
NHTSA recall 10V162000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on April 20, 2010. It addresses: Medium duty hood anti-blowdown device. The recall affects approximately 531 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V162000 or the manufacturer campaign number 0410-B. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.