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Data through Oct 2026
Model year

2026 Peterbilt 548

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

Recalls (3)Complaints (0)Investigations (0)Bulletins (17)
Recall campaigns covering this model year362k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2026 Peterbilt 548 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

3 recall campaigns cover the 2026 Peterbilt 548

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 2026 Peterbilt 548
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-353May 28, 2025Rear brake piping assembly may have insufficient clearance, which can result in a loss of service brakes or anti-lock brake functionBrakes315Repair or modification
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
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2026 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.

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

    17 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
    • 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.
    • T024 Jun 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "KW & PB: New software is available for download. The DAVIE4 cache must be cleared before attempting to reprogram a chassis that is experiencing problems to ensure the latest version of software is installed. Follow all steps in the attached procedures befo…
    • T-024 Jun 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The repair procedure has been updated to include diagnostic steps.
    • T024 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      KW: A Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update is now available for certain T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and W990 chassis with PACCAR TX-12 and TX-18 transmissions, TCM software version R5.5 or later and an AT5 controller, where the TASPS fails. …
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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…
    • 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
    • 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…
    • 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…
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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