Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2024 Peterbilt 548 by year 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
2024 Peterbilt 548
Truck, diesel, 6x4, built in Canada. Owner complaints on file from Apr 28, 2026 to Apr 28, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year13420k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2024 truck
Severity index0.02024 trucks average 0.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2024 Peterbilt 548 name engine and cooling
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
13 recall campaigns cover the 2024 Peterbilt 548
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-436 | Jun 26, 2025 | Tail brake light, upper and lower beam headlights, reverse light, and turn signal may not illuminate as intended | Lighting | 56,260 | Software update |
| 25V-041 | Jan 29, 2025 | Exterior lighting switch may fail, resulting in the hazard lights and the instrument display back-light brightness adjustment not functioning | Lighting | 5,378 | Software update |
| 25V-014 | Jan 16, 2025 | Throttle pedal assembly may contain an oversized magnet carrier, slowing the responsiveness or causing the pedal to stick | Speed control | 1,110 | Part replacement |
| 24V-915 | Dec 9, 2024 | Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop functioning | Electrical system | 220,764 | Software update |
| 24V-908 | Dec 3, 2024 | Steering arm and/or tie rod bracket fasteners may fail, resulting in a loss of steering control | Steering | 68 | Repair or modification |
| 24V-903 | Dec 2, 2024 | Front steer drive axles may have insufficient wheel bearing lubricant | Powertrain | 29 | Repair or modification |
| 24V-190 | Mar 20, 2024 | Right-hand gear shifter stalk connectors may have been improperly crimped, resulting in a loss of communication | Powertrain | 70,509 | Part replacement |
| 24V-044 | Jan 25, 2024 | Steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of… | Steering | 45,887 | Part replacement |
| 24V-017 | Jan 15, 2024 | Glass lock ring on the cab mirror assembly may not be fully seated, allowing the mirror glass to detach | Visibility and wipers | 10,611 | Repair or modification |
| 23V-661 | Sep 29, 2023 | Timing of the trailer brake release may be delayed | Brakes | 254 | Part replacement |
| 23V-617 | Sep 5, 2023 | Remote Stage 2 fuel filter hoses may have been damaged during production, allowing the hoses to leak or disconnect | Fuel system | 871 | Part replacement |
| 23V-504 | Jul 21, 2023 | Adhesive thread-lock may not have been applied to the four flange mounted yoke bolt threads, allowing the driveline fasteners to loosen | Powertrain | 72 | Part replacement |
| 23V-087 | Feb 15, 2023 | When the brake pedal is fully applied and then released rapidly, the pedal plunger that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may become… | Brakes | 8,008 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2024 Peterbilt 548
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 Apr 28, 2026Failure Oct 1, 2025Peabody, MAEngine
This truck has a violent vibration throughout the CAB. It has been brought to Peterbilt in Peabody and Plainville and has been diagnosed with no issues. We are a Fuel Oil Delivery Company and are concerned that the vibrations will cause harm to the working components to the truck that may result in failure while driving the truck.
NHTSA complaint 11734272
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
41 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- T017 Oct 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information has been added to identify that ECAT incorrectly identifies PS386 as the correct transmission oil for TX-8 transmission on certain vehicles.[ - 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." - 24KWL/PBL Aug 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The verbiage in the Introduction section has been updated. - 14-037 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Campaign
An improved transmission bracket is now available for replacement on certain chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-12 transmission, featuring a more durable design for enhanced long-term performance. - 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. - 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. - 24PBE_KWE Feb 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The Parts section has been updated to clarify that freight charges for safety recall orders should not be passed on to the end customer. - 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. - 24PBE Nov 26, 2025 · Service Campaign
The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereb… - 14-035 Sep 18, 2025 · Service Campaign
Campaign - Certain Peterbilt Model 548 trucks equipped with a high-entry drive axle option were manufactured with an incorrect intermediate frame crossmember. The correct crossmember includes a cutout specifically designed to accommodate the high-entry driv… - 25PBE Aug 14, 2025 · Service Campaign
Parts and repair procedures are now available. Certain chassis may have a rear suspension tracking rod that interferes with the left rear brake valve components during full suspension travel. This interference could cause a loss of the rear service bra… - 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 … - 25PBE Jul 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall – Interim Notifi cation Interim bulletin chassis are now fl agged in the PACCAR Registration and Warranty System. Refer to Bulletin 99-048 - 25PBA Apr 2, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain Model 535/536/537/548 may have an oversized magnet carrier in the throttle pedal assembly, which may cause the pedal to stick, and may increase the risk of a crash. Driver may feel sticking or that pedal does not return to idle once released. Pressi… - 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… - 25PBA Jan 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall – Interim Notification Certain vehicles may have an oversized magnet carrier in the throttle pedal assembly, which may cause the pedal to stick, and may increase the risk of a crash. Driver may feel sticking or that pedal doesn’t return to… - 24PBK Jan 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall Specific 2024 Peterbilt Model 367, 389, 548, and 2024-2025 520 and 567 chassis equipped with a PACCAR 20k Steer Axle have been identified as having steering arm and/or tie rod arm fasteners that may be improperly torqued and can be at risk of … - 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… - 24PBK Dec 13, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Interim Safety Recall Specific 2024 Peterbilt model 367, 389, 548, and 2024-2025 Peterbilt 520 and 567 chassis equipped with a PACCAR 20k Steer Axle have been identified as having steer arm and/or tie rod arm fasteners that may be improperly torqued and ca… - 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… - R2306 - PB Nov 9, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TCS case requirements for EMUX software and PACCAR MX Pack 2 injector upfit have been removed. Software has been campaigned for both processes, and software assistance is no longer required. All EMUX jumper harness retrofit procedures have been updated to i… - 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… - 24PBGC Jul 6, 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… - 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. - 51-017 Apr 26, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Certain Peterbilt 535, 536, 537, 548 chassis may have mis-pinned wires for the Bluetooth system, which may cause Bluetooth to not function properly when the driver tries to make/receive a call. - 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. - 24PBE Mar 25, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INTERIM Safety Recall Parts are not currently available for this safety recall. This bulletin will be updated once repair parts are available. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector… - 24PBA Feb 13, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SAFETY RECALL Certain 535/536/537/548 chassis may have cab mirror glass lock rings not fully seated. This could result in loss of mirror glass, reducing rear visibility and increasing the risk of an accident or injury. Missing mirrors cause non-compliance… - 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 … - 23PBE Aug 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Safety Recall Certain vehicles built with TX-8 transmissions with flange mounted yokes may not have a locking feature installed on fastener threads. This may allow the driveline fasteners to become loose, increasing the risk of a crash. - 51-015 Mar 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
RFID (Radio Frequency ID) tags are being added and used to track Non-Test Ready (NTR) trucks to efficiently locate them once they are off the production line, but still on the premises. The tags are left on the trucks which have been sold.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.