2012 PETERBILT 220
3 recalls, 0 complaints - 30 TSBs
17V554000 Sep 6, 2017
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the dr... Read more
Consequence
If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October 2730, 2017. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-42... Read more
14V014000 Jan 24, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012 through 2014 model year Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210 and 220 chassis equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in t... Read more
Consequence
If the potting compound is exposed to heat and conducts electricity, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective component with a new battery equalizer or DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this recall is 14KWD. Peterbilt's number for this... Read more
12V490000 Oct 9, 2012
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Kenworth K270 and K370 vehicles, manufactured from November 23, 2011, through September 27, 2012, and model year 2012-2013 Peterbilt 210 and 220 vehicles, manufactured from July 29, 2011, through September 25, 2012, for failing to comply with the requ... Read more
Consequence
Vehicles that use a combination of both fog lights and head lights or daytime running lights and headlights may be too bright for oncoming traffic, possibly distracting them and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will change the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 PETERBILT 220
30 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 2 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
02-160
Feb 10, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
43-067
Jun 10, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (a??SOCa??) exhaust and built from 03/6/2006 to 1/20/2020, the clamps that secure the SOC exhaust stacks may not be tightened properly. This may allow the
43-067
Jun 10, 2020
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (a??SOCa??) exhaust and built from 03/6/2006 to 1/20/2020, the clamps that secure the SOC exhaust stacks may not be tightened properly. This may allow the
32-015
Jun 8, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
11-001
May 29, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
32-016
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085
Mar 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085
Feb 28, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
34-085
Feb 28, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
03-071
Dec 18, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
01-075
Nov 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
TIB43-062
Sep 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only ??A?A? This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
TIB43-062
Sep 27, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Information Only ??A?A? This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
42-058
Aug 23, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
34-066
Jun 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
99-035
Apr 10, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Information Only: Notification that DAVIE4 can be used to program Model 210 and Model 220 Vehicles.
99-035
Apr 10, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information Only: Notification that DAVIE4 can be used to program Model 210 and Model 220 Vehicles.
34-077
Apr 8, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
34-077
Apr 8, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
13-049
Jan 4, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
03-064
Jul 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
SB-14-13
Nov 18, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PETERBILT: TRANSITION PLAN AVAILABLE FOR DAVIE4 DIAGNOSTIC TOOL FOR CERTAIN TRUCKS. MODELS 220, 210. *PE
SB-14-13
Nov 18, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
PETERBILT: TRANSITION PLAN AVAILABLE FOR DAVIE4 DIAGNOSTIC TOOL FOR CERTAIN TRUCKS. MODELS 220, 210. *PE
RN-413-5
Jun 11, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PETERBILT: SOME TRUCKS BUILT WITH STARTER INTERLOCK, WHICH ALLOWS STARTING IN FORWARD OR REVERSE GEAR, WHEN SELECTED BUT DOES NOT MEET SPECIFIC FMVSS 102 S3.1.3 APPROACH FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AND MAY TO MODIFY SYSTEM IN ORDER TO STAR
RN-413-3
Jun 4, 2013
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
PETERBILT: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE FRAME RAIL AND CHARGE AIR COOLER PIPE AND THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THAT IS INADEQUATE AND TO INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY CORRECT CONDITION. MODEL 210/220. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
RN-413-3
Jun 4, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
PETERBILT: INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE FRAME RAIL AND CHARGE AIR COOLER PIPE AND THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THAT IS INADEQUATE AND TO INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY CORRECT CONDITION. MODEL 210/220. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
PETERBILT 220 - All Years Overview
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Total Complaints
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Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
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