Peterbilt 348 problems by model year

Every Peterbilt 348 model year

Peterbilt 348 recalls

• Recall 24V915000Dec 9, 2024220,764 vehiclesModel years 2021–2023

  Risk: Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may not function properly or at all, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 22V782000Oct 18, 202279 vehiclesModel years 2023

  Risk: Tie rod separation can result in a sudden loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 22V631000Aug 17, 20221,601 vehiclesModel years 2023

  Risk: An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 22V547000Jul 28, 202247,500 vehiclesModel years 2022–2023

  Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 22V277000Apr 25, 202217,641 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020

  Risk: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

• Recall 21V391000May 26, 2021612 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021

  Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

• Recall 21V328000May 10, 202113 vehiclesModel years 2021

  Risk: The pressure plate may tear the diaphragm, causing a loss of air pressure and increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 20V506000Aug 26, 20201,097 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

  Risk: The short screws can cause the hardware to separate from the suspension system and become road hazards, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.

• Recall 20V199000Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehiclesModel years 2008–2019

  Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

• Recall 19V911000Dec 19, 2019148 vehiclesModel years 2020

  Risk: If the rear axle output shaft fractures, the shaft or interaxle driveline could detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 19V618000Aug 22, 2019109 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

  Risk: If the steering column separates from the mating yoke, loss of steering control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 19V243000Mar 27, 201916,342 vehiclesModel years 2018

  Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 18V931000Dec 21, 201825,556 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

  Risk: Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 17V593000Sep 22, 201717,737 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V872000Dec 5, 20162,046 vehiclesModel years 2017

  Risk: If the brake lights do not illuminate when the brakes are applied, other drivers will be unaware the vehicle is stopping, which can increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 16V803000Nov 4, 2016202 vehiclesModel years 2017

  Risk: A partial tread separation may increase the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V740000Nov 9, 20151,876 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

  Risk: Higher vehicle speeds and other factors such as tire load and road temperatures may result in premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V597000Sep 24, 2015354 vehiclesModel years 2016

  Risk: An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

• Recall 15V365000Jun 10, 201537 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

  Risk: If the seat belt anchor pulls away, the seat occupant may not be properly secured in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

• Recall 15V309000May 26, 20154,823 vehiclesModel years 2008–2015

  Risk: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.

• Recall 14V486000Aug 7, 20142,045 vehiclesModel years 2015

  Risk: If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.

• Recall 14V283000May 29, 20141,705 vehiclesModel years 2010–2015

  Risk: Without a warning of a problem existing in the side air bag system, the driver may continue to operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury from the side air bag not deploying in the event of a rollover.

• Recall 14V013000Jan 24, 201410,414 vehiclesModel years 2014

  Risk: If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

• Recall 13V222000May 28, 20131,773 vehiclesModel years 2014

  Risk: Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

• Recall 12V026000Jan 30, 201215,932 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013

  Risk: Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology