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2025 Peterbilt 536

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

Recalls (7)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (28)
Recall campaigns covering this model year7337k 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 2025 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

7 recall campaigns cover the 2025 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 2025 Peterbilt 536
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
25V-436Jun 26, 2025Tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intendedLighting56,260Software update
25V-041Jan 29, 2025Exterior lighting switch may fail, resulting in the hazard lights and the instrument display back-light brightness adjustment not functioningLighting5,378Software update
24V-915Dec 9, 2024Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop functioningElectrical system220,764Software update
24V-903Dec 2, 2024Front steer drive axles may have insufficient wheel bearing lubricantPowertrain29Repair or modification
24V-433Jun 12, 2024Tie rod or drag link assembly may contain an improperly heat-treated ball stud, causing the ball stud to breakDo not driveSteering7,410Part replacement
24V-233Mar 27, 2024Steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fractureSteering782Part replacement
24V-044Jan 25, 2024Steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of…Steering45,887Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2025 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

    28 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."
    • 24KWC/24PBC Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Updated Sheppard Steering Gear Classification Tool link in Inspection Procedure
    • 24KWL/PBL Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The verbiage in the Introduction section has been updated.
    • 43-080 Jun 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "KW: A new recommended repair has been added to verify the software level and close the campaign in SIR.The repair procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions. PB: The repair procedure has been updated with additional note …
    • 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.
    • 24KWF/PBF Mar 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Sheppard Recall Update March 2026 - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a TCS365 Order Support – Order Inquiry case.
    • 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.
    • 25PACF Dec 23, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Parts and procedures are now available for all affected chassis equipped with Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013 / Q21-1157-002-002 / Q21-1157-004-004 / Q21-1157-006-006 / Q21-1157-009-009. See attached Pa…
    • 25KWB/25PBB Dec 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      A new Recommended Repair has been added. It must be used if safety recall 25PACF is performed prior to or at the same time as this repair since the 25PACF remedy also satisfies this safety recall.
    • 25PACF Aug 1, 2025 · Service Campaign
      Procedures are now available for Phase 1 chassis equipped with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) and Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU) part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013. Parts and procedures for Phase 2 chassis will be available at a late…
    • 24PBJ Jul 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Safety Recall Parts and repair procedures are now available. Certain Meritor 10-16K and 18-23K Front Steer Drive Axles may have insufficient wheel bearing grease. Insufficient lubrication in the wheel bearing may cause the wheel hub to overheat and become …
    • 25PBB Mar 19, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain Model 535, 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis may not function and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS 101 and 108. Affected chassis must have t…
    • 43-080 PB Mar 26, 2025 · Service Campaign
      As of 03/25/2025, this campaign has resumed. Software updates are now available to complete this campaign.
    • T020 - PB Mar 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix-As-Fail Certain Model 535, 536, 537, and 548 chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-8 transmission received transmission software with an incorrect variable. This software issue may cause DTC 521215-2 to set, the Transmission Dash Light to Illuminate, and sh…
    • 25PBB Feb 11, 2025 · Other
      "Safety Recall – Interim Notification The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain Model 535, 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis may not function and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
    • 24PBL Jan 10, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Updated software and procedures are now available. Certain Vehicle Model Year 2021-2025 Peterbilt chassis configured for trailer towing require a software update for the Bendix EC80 ABS ECU. Software update procedures for certain Battery-Elect…
    • 24PBJ Dec 20, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      INTERIM Safety Recall Certain Meritor 10-16K and 18-23K Front Steer Drive Axles may have insuffi cient wheel bearing grease. Insuffi cientlubricati on in the wheel bearing may cause the wheel hub to overheat and become damaged, which may increasethe risk of…
    • 24KWGD/24PBGD Aug 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains secondary inspection procedures and part replacement procedures for tie-rods identified as SUSPECT under 24PBGB ONLY. Certain chassis that have completed 24PBGB inspection with “GOOD” results but have not filed warranty claims to cl…
    • 24KWG/24PBGC Aug 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Campaign start date: 6/17/2024 This bulletin contains secondary inspection procedures and part replacement procedures for drag links identified as SUSPECT under 24PBGA ONLY. Certain chassis that have completed 24PBGA inspection with “GOOD” res…
    • 24PBGD Jul 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This bulletin contains secondary inspection procedures and part replacement procedures for tie-rods identified as SUSPECT under 24PBGB ONLY. Certain chassis that have completed 24PBGB inspection with “GOOD” results but have not filed warranty claims to clo…
    • 24PBF Jul 17, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SAFETY RECALL Repair parts and procedures are now available. Certain Peterbilt vehicles from Model Year 2025 may contain steering gear(s) with sector shaft gear teeth that may prematurely wear, crack, or fracture and interfere with the steering gear mechani…
    • 24KWGB/24PBGB Jun 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Certain model year 2025 Peterbilt 220, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 589 chassis may have a tie-rod with a ball stud that does not meet hardness specification. The ball stud may fracture, leading to a loss of steering and reduced vehicle contr…
    • 24KWGA/24PBGA Jun 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Certain model year 2025 Peterbilt 536, 537, and 548 vehicles may have a drag link with a ball stud that does not meet hardness specification. The ball stud may fracture, leading to a loss of steering and reduced vehicle control, increasing th…
    • 98-026 May 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only New tools are required to support PACCAR TX-8 / ZF transmissions. Part numbers E0l-1012 (Adapter, Jack TX-8), E0l-1014 (Front Seal Installer), and E0l-1015 (Rear Seal Installer) are currently available to order
    • 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…
    • E307 Apr 19, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      CARB Emission s Manufacturer Warranty term and/or kilometers conversion displayed in certain EMY 2022-2023 PX-7 or PX-9 Operatorâ™s Manuals are incorrect.
    • 15-031 Mar 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      This Bulletin contains parts ordering and replacement procedures for Steering Gears identified as SUSPECT under 24PBC ONLY. Steering Gears repaired under this bulletin MUST be entered into the Serial Number Tracking Form for 24PBC.
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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