Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2020 Peterbilt 330 peaked in 2020, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2020 Peterbilt 330
Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Feb 11, 2020 to Feb 11, 2020.
Recall campaigns covering this model year118k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2020 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2020 Peterbilt 330 name brakes
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
One recall campaign covers the 2020 Peterbilt 330
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-277 | Apr 25, 2022 | Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail | Steering | 17,641 | Part replacement |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2020 Peterbilt 330
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Feb 11, 2020Failure Jan 24, 202030,000 milesDillsboro, INService brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 PETERBUILT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AUTO COLLISION WARNING INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATED WHICH THE BRAKES TO BE APPLIED WITHOUT A VEHICLE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WITH THE SENSOR ON THE FRONT BUMPER WAS COVERED WITH SNOW. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER TO REQUEST THE FEATURE TO BE DISABLED BUT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS A DEFECT DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. THE FAILURE WAS STILL EXPERIENCED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 11308441
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
19 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- P001 Sep 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list." - 32-025 Nov 22, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting issues. A new Starter Troubleshooting Guide has been created to provide a comprehensive list of starting system checks, which should reduce unnecessary… - 16-044 Jul 30, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix As Fail The height control valve (HCV) rod on vehicles with low air leaf suspensions is prone to toggling over center during rough road conditions. With full suspension articulation, HCV bracket flexes and toggles over center the HCV linkage, which res… - 45-064 Oct 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to del… - 13-060 Aug 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures. - 51-013 Feb 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G antennas as a primar… - 43-071 Sep 21, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix-As-Fail – Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a vehicle to continue op… - 52-004 Jul 19, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix-as-Fail: Radio does not mute when truck with auto trans is placed in reverse. Software flash resolves issue. - 02-160 Feb 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter. - 13-055 Oct 1, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has introduced an improved mounting bracket for low mount air tanks for vehicles built between January 01, 2017 and July 06, 2020. Torsional vibration may stress the currently-installed brackets and cause them to fail near the bottom… - 14-027 Sep 25, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information only: In 2020, Peterbilt and Kenworth began using the same M10, M12, M16, and M20 frame fasteners on all vehicles. Torque specifications for these fasteners are different from previous fasteners. - 13-054 Jul 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix-As-Fail - Bendix New-Gen Lightweight Steer Axle Drum Brake Spider Cracking - 32-015 Jun 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 incomplete information. - 43-067 Jun 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (“SOC”) 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 exhaust stack to rota… - 11-001 May 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements. - 32-016 Mar 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage. - 03-071 Dec 18, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor. - PB 13-050 Sep 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information: Chassis built after 01/11/2016 with hydraulic brakes were provided with a jumper harness in the glove box or tool box that is required when programming the ABS. If this harness is no longer in the vehicle, order from PACCAR Parts.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.