Peterbilt problems, recalls & safety data
Every Peterbilt model with owner complaints, recall campaigns, federal investigations and manufacturer communications — all from official NHTSA data.
19
NHTSA owner complaints
198
recall campaigns
12
defect investigations
1
models with problem data
Peterbilt models
Most reported problem areas across Peterbilt vehicles
Steering 7Service Brakes, Air 6Suspension 6
Recent federal investigations
- Haldex Brake Chamber FailuresPreliminary Evaluation PE21018 · opened Jul 16, 2021 · closed Oct 10, 2025
- Quarter Fender FailuresPreliminary Evaluation PE20015 · opened Sep 21, 2020 · closed Oct 14, 2021
- Intermittent Loss of Power Steering AssistPreliminary Evaluation PE20006 · opened May 1, 2020 · closed Mar 27, 2024
- Driveshaft separates from tractorPreliminary Evaluation PE10029 · opened Aug 2, 2010 · closed Dec 23, 2010
- Horton Fan Hub FailuresEngineering Analysis EA09008 · opened May 29, 2009 · closed Aug 27, 2010