Where Have All the Truck Parts Gone?

February 17, 2022 5:37 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

If you’ve needed a truck part recently, you may have found yourself in a long line of drivers waiting for the same part to come in. That’s because mechanics across the country are having problems getting many necessary semi truck parts in stock to make their repairs.

But don’t get mad at your mechanic! There’s not much a technician can do if they can’t source the part. Read on to learn more about this truck shortage.

Causes of the truck part shortage

There isn’t a single cause of the shortage, which is what makes this problem particularly difficult. Here are a few reasons we don’t have the parts we need:

  • Lack of raw materials: Simply put, manufacturers can’t make parts if they don’t have the raw materials needed to fabricate them. Steel is one of the raw materials in short supply right now, affecting a whole host of truck parts.
  • Labor issues: Even if companies have the materials they need, they can’t make the parts if they don’t have a team to fabricate them. Labor issues in factories, as well as a lack of qualified mechanics, both lead to longer wait times for truck repairs.
  • Supply chain problems: COVID-19 wreaked havoc on the global supply chain—particularly on parts coming from overseas—but we’ve even had issues getting parts from Canada and Mexico. Many repair shops will have trouble getting their parts until these supply chain hiccups are corrected.

How can drivers avoid problems caused by the shortage?

The truck part shortage has already affected thousands of drivers. By following these steps, you can help ensure the shortage is only something you read about and not experience first-hand:

  • Schedule routine maintenance: The best way to avoid the need for repairs and truck part replacement is to have your truck serviced at least twice a year. Read your manufacturer’s guidelines on routine maintenance, and look for signs that your truck or particular truck parts are failing.
  • Schedule repairs early: You’ll never be able to completely avoid a trip to the mechanic, but if you’re paying attention to signs that your truck is having issues, you can schedule repairs ahead of time instead of waiting until you experience a breakdown and need emergency repairs for parts the mechanic doesn’t have in stock.
  • Find a reputable repair shop: Finally, truck drivers and fleet managers should always work with a reliable repair shop. This ensures they get the semi truck parts they need on time and that repairs are made correctly. Choosing a cut-rate mechanic might save you on labor costs up-front, but you’ll surely pay for that mistake over time due to more frequent breakdowns.

Bring your truck to us

Regardless of the semi truck parts you need, you can trust that we’ll have them in stock at United Diesel Power – Truck Repair. We have a massive inventory of every part you could imagine, and our team of qualified mechanics is standing by to make any necessary diesel repairs.

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