2014 PETERBILT 320
6 recalls, 2 complaints - 40 TSBs
19V452000 Jun 14, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 1990-2020 Peterbilt 320 and 520 vehicles built with specific amber rear turn signals. The turn signals may also light up with the stop/tail lights when the brakes are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal ... Read more
Consequence
Rear Turn signals that illuminate at the same time as the brake lights may create confusion and impair the effectiveness of the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and for trucks with rear amber lights, dealers will add a jumper harness between the chassis electrical harness and amber tail lights, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this... Read more
15V309000 May 26, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Kenworth T440, T800, and W900 trucks manufactured August 31, 2009, to April 20, 2015, and 2008-2015 Peterbilt 320, 337, 348, 365, 382, and 384 trucks manufactured July 27, 2007, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummin... Read more
Consequence
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of PACCAR, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crank... Read more
15V108000 Feb 24, 2015
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 367, 388, and 389 trucks manufactured July 21, 2008, to February 28, 2014. The front axle tie rod end clamp bolts may be improperly torqued.
Consequence
Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which may cause loose bolts to separate resulting in a loss of vehicle control and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle tie rod assembly on any vehicle where the factory installed assembly has not been previously replaced, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on May 11, 2015. The recall began on April 4, 2016. Owners may contact Peterb... Read more
14V439000 Jul 21, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
PACCAR Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210, 220, and 320 chassis manufactured March 14, 2012 to July 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have loose fitting electrical connectors on the power distribution module which may cause the engine to shut o... Read more
Consequence
An unexpected engine shut down increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install nylon tie straps to hold the connectors in place until the permanent remedy, a connection position device, becomes available. Both remedies will be provided free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2015. For more information, Peterbilt owner... Read more
14V086000 Feb 18, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
PACCAR Inc, is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Kenworth T440, T660, T800, and W900 tractor trailers manufactured January 23, 2013, through February 4, 2014, and certain model year 2014-2015 Peterbilt 320, 365, 382, 384 tractor trailers manufactured January 21, 2013, through February 5, 2014, ... Read more
Consequence
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Paccar's recall numbers associated with this campaign are 14KWG (Kenworth), and 214-C (Peterbi... Read more
14V013000 Jan 24, 2014
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T660, T680, T700,T800, T880, W900, T440, T470, T370, T270, T170, C500, and C550 chassis manufactured between August 7, 2013, and October 31, 2013, and Peterbilt 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, and ... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this campaign is 14KWC. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 114-B.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
STEERING
Apr 5, 2018
Incident date: Dec 14, 2015
THESE ARE GOVERNMENT OWNED REFUSE VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION BOUNCES SO VIOLENTLY THAT THE VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. THIS OCCURS ON ROADS WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO ABNORMALITY AND AT ANY RATE OF SPEED. THE GOVERNMENT ENTITY HAS REMAINED UNWILLING OR UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS WITH T... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 5, 2018
Incident date: Dec 14, 2015
THESE ARE GOVERNMENT OWNED REFUSE VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION BOUNCES SO VIOLENTLY THAT THE VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. THIS OCCURS ON ROADS WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO ABNORMALITY AND AT ANY RATE OF SPEED. THE GOVERNMENT ENTITY HAS REMAINED UNWILLING OR UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS WITH T... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 PETERBILT 320
40 manufacturer communications from 26 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 3 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
13-060
Aug 3, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
E271
Jun 8, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
An engine software update is required to resolve OBD system readiness, DEF doser diagnostics, and otherOBD system software related issues.
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.
02-151
Dec 11, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has initiated an improvement to the Model 320/520 power window module. A vapor barrier will be installed over the module to prevent moisture.
02-153
Nov 22, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Information only: Some model 320 and 520 vehicles built before 3/11/2019 may experience loss or loosening of doghouse insulation. Reference the procedure in the attachment section to properly remove and replace the insulation.
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.
19PBC
Jul 19, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Safety Recall: Vehicles fail to confirm with FMVSS/CMVSS No 108 Table 1-a requirements which requires 2 red stop lamps. Vehicles were equipped with additional amber stop lamps which may illuminate when the brake is applied, and may confus
19PBC
Jul 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Safety Recall: Vehicles fail to confirm with FMVSS/CMVSS No 108 Table 1-a requirements which requires 2 red stop lamps. Vehicles were equipped with additional amber stop lamps which may illuminate when the brake is applied, and may confus
34-066
Jun 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
03-065
Jun 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fix as Fail: Vehicles built with NAMUX software part number P30-1032-xxx and not updated require an ESA update.
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
7-17
Jan 22, 2018
204000 WHEELS:HUB
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
7-17
Jan 22, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
15-16
Sep 27, 2017
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail: Repair for horizontal exhaust diffuser configurations with broken brackets or cracked diffuser.
RN-714-1
Aug 11, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PETERBILT: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN TRUCKS, AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY, MAY NOT HAVE A PROPERLY SEATED UPPER REVERSE IDLER FEED TUBE (OIL SUPPLY LINE), RESULTING IN BEARINGS HAVING REDUCED OIL PRESSURE. *PE
RN-714-1
Aug 11, 2014
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
PETERBILT: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN TRUCKS, AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY, MAY NOT HAVE A PROPERLY SEATED UPPER REVERSE IDLER FEED TUBE (OIL SUPPLY LINE), RESULTING IN BEARINGS HAVING REDUCED OIL PRESSURE. *PE
SB-E-097
Jun 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
PETERBILT: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES DUE TO AN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE ISSUE, REAR NOX SENSOR, OPERATING CORRECTLY. *PE
SB-E-097
Jun 27, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PETERBILT: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES DUE TO AN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE ISSUE, REAR NOX SENSOR, OPERATING CORRECTLY. *PE
SB-11-13
Jan 31, 2014
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
PETERBILT: AN ACTIVE FAULT CODE 3911, AMMONIA SENSOR COMMUNICATION, MAY BE DISPLAYED AND A REPAIR STRATEGY IS BEING PROVIDED. MODEL 320. *PE
TSB-130155
Oct 22, 2013
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CUMMINS: THE RELAYS AND FUSES OF AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEMS, IN WIRING HARNESS, IS POTENTIALLY NOT ADEQUATELY SECURED VIA ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURE (OEM) AND HAVE WIRE RUBBING POINTS, RELAY DAMAGE OR RUB POINTS. *PE
TSB-130155
Oct 22, 2013
113200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
CUMMINS: THE RELAYS AND FUSES OF AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEMS, IN WIRING HARNESS, IS POTENTIALLY NOT ADEQUATELY SECURED VIA ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURE (OEM) AND HAVE WIRE RUBBING POINTS, RELAY DAMAGE OR RUB POINTS. *PE
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PETERBILT 320
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE88099
Opened: Sep 1, 1988 , Closed: Dec 29, 1988
BRAKE CHAMBER MOUNTING
There is no summary currently available
PETERBILT 320 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PETERBILT 320 across all model years (1987, 2023).
111
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
PETERBILT 320 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2014 (current) | 6 | 2 | |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | View |