Paccar/electrical/fuel line routing
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar 3406e engines. the routing of the electrical and fuel lines can cause chaffing of the wiring harness on the fuel line.
Safety Consequence
This chaffing can cause fuel leakage and a potential for a fire in the engine compartment.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect, adjust, and repair, if necessary, the fuel line and electrical harness.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Paccar Incorporated or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 98V129000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V129000?
NHTSA recall 98V129000 was issued by Paccar Incorporated on June 11, 1998. It addresses: Paccar/electrical/fuel line routing. The recall affects approximately 9,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Paccar Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V129000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.