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Model year

2020 Peterbilt 536

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (1)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (18)
Recall campaigns covering this model year1254 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2020 Peterbilt 536 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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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 536

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2020 Peterbilt 536
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
23V-661Sep 29, 2023Timing of the trailer brake release may be delayedBrakes254Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2020 Peterbilt 536

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.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    18 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."
    • 02-177 May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.
    • 14-034 Apr 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.
    • 45-069 Feb 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Cummins TSB 210203 has been updated to remove the PACCAR suction side fuel filter part number from Table 1 as the filter is no longer compatible.
    • 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…
    • 41-027 May 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      On certain Peterbilt, New Medium Duty chassis that are equipped with the optional engine intake air Pre-Filter (option code 3281830) the Pre-Filter may become clogged and cause premature failure/breach of the primary intake air filter. In some cases, a fail…
    • 23PBJ Dec 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Certain 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis built with 2.1m Medium Duty End of Frame Trailer Connections and Tractor Protection Valves may not meet the standard trailer brake release timing requirements by 0.5 seconds. A delay in the trailer brake release may cr…
    • 23PBJ Oct 23, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Certain 536, 537, and 548 chassis built with 2.1m Medium Duty End of Frame Trailer Connections may exceed the standard trailer brake release timing requirements by 0.5 seconds due to the size of the tractor protection valve fitting and hose. A delay in the …
    • 23PBB May 3, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver ma…
    • E303 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This campaign is the final opportunity to replace the oil filter screw cap to reduce occurrences of broken bypass valve tabs. Broken oil valve tabs can cause oil flow obstruction to critical engine parts, resulting in serious engine damage. Customers that d…
    • 21PBN Nov 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      21PBN – LNG/CNG Methane Detecti on System Will Not Warn Operator if System Loses Power – NHTSA ID:21V00N, TC: 2021-793
    • 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…
    • 21PBN Jan 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Interim Safety Recall – Methane detection system will not warn the operator if the system loses power. The driver could be unaware of an issue with the methane detection system or excessive methane present, increasing the risk of a fire, crash and/or person…
    • 21PBM Dec 2, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      âSafety Recall â“ Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage â“ NHTSA ID: 21V906, TC: 2021-713. The work brake (also known as winch brake) may unintentionally disengage during winching operations, releasing the service brakes, increasing the risk of crash or …
    • 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…
    • 21 PBG Aug 6, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ​Safety Recall - Model year 2021 Cummins PX9 fuel hose assemblies may leak from the hoses between the fuel pump and the remote filter head. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire. A repair is now available.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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