2019 PETERBILT 348 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2019 PETERBILT 348 has 0 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to steering components, fuel system leaks, electronic stability control software, and clutch assembly defects according to recall data.
There are seven recalls affecting various systems including steering fasteners, steering column welds, fuel injection systems, electronic stability control software, ABS warning lights, and clutch assembly components.
Recalls- Steering fasteners. Recall 22V277000 affects 17,641 vehicles. Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners may fail, causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace and torque the fasteners at no charge. Owner notifications began November 8, 2022.
- Steering column weld. Recall 19V618000 involves 109 vehicles. An incorrectly located weld could crack, causing the steering column shaft to separate and resulting in loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column as needed for free. The recall started August 30, 2019.
- Fuel rail leakage. Recall 21V391000 impacts 612 vehicles. Sealing washers may not seat properly, causing high-pressure fuel rail leaks that could increase fire risk near ignition sources. Dealers will inspect and replace fuel rails as necessary at no cost. The recall began May 26, 2021.
- ESC software defect. Recall 20V199000 covers 460,515 vehicles. NAMUX Software may fail to illuminate ABS warning light if the ABS controller loses power, increasing crash risk by masking ABS failure. Dealers will update software in the cab control module free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020.
- ABS warning light failure. Also part of recall 20V199000 with 460,515 affected vehicles, the ABS warning light may not alert drivers to system failure due to power loss to the controller. Software updates will be performed free of charge to restore proper warning light function.
- Clutch assembly defect. Recall 18V931000 affects 25,556 vehicles with automated manual transmissions. An internal clutch component may fail, potentially causing unintended vehicle movement that increases crash risk. Dealers will update the transmission control module at no charge. Recall began February 23, 2019.
Owners dealing with recurring repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may have protections under their state lemon law.
2019 PETERBILT 348 Summary
2019
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
504433
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2019 PETERBILT 348
17641 vehicles affected
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.
Risk: Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2019 PETERBILT 348
612 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 520, 567, Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T800 and T880 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2019 PETERBILT 348
460515 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2019 PETERBILT 348
109 vehicles affected
STEERING:COLUMN
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Peterbilt 337 and 348 vehicles. An incorrectly located weld in the steering shaft may crack and cause the lower shaft within the steering column to separate from the mating yoke.
Risk: If the steering column separates from the mating yoke, loss of steering control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 PETERBILT 348
25556 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and 2018-2019 Kenworth C500, T270, T370, T440, T660, T680, T800, T880 and W900 trucks equipped with automated manual transmissions. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Risk: Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.