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Data through Oct 2026
Model year

2014 Peterbilt Model 220

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Sep 2, 2014 to Sep 2, 2014.

Recalls (4)Complaints (1)Investigations (0)Bulletins (22)
Recall campaigns covering this model year45,870 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2014 vehicle
Severity index100.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2014 Peterbilt Model 220 peaked in 2014, with 1 filed

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

00.250.50.75120141201620182020202220242026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2014 Peterbilt Model 220 name structure

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

Structure
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

4 recall campaigns cover the 2014 Peterbilt Model 220

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 2014 Peterbilt Model 220
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
17V-554Sep 6, 2017These LFNA trucks have a front axle sway bar link that may come loose on the frame rail end and fall into the path of the drag link, possibly…Powertrain2,975Repair or modification
14V-716Nov 7, 2014Affected vehicles may have been produced with a defective valve seat installedBrakes101Part replacement
14V-439Jul 21, 2014Affected vehicles may have loose fitting electrical connectors on the power distribution module which may cause the engine to shut offElectrical system1,966Repair or modification
14V-014Jan 24, 2014Specific potting compound used in the subject products for electrical insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being…Electrical system828Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2014 Peterbilt Model 220

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.

  1. Filed Sep 2, 2014Failure Sep 4, 2013100,000 milesFresno, CABodyCrash

    COMPANY NAME [XXX] PLEASE CHECK THIS COMP COMPANY. THIS COMPANY SUB HAULER ARE DRVING WHILE DRUNK. SO PLEASE CHECK THEM THOROGHLY. I AM AM AMERICAN CITIZEN. I WANT TO SAVE AMREICAN PEOPLE. SO PLEASE TELL THIS COMPANY ABOUT AMERICAN LAWS. I SAW OPEN CONTAINER IN THEIR TRUCKS.COMPANY DRIVER [XXX] IS CRAZY & MENTAL DRIVER. IF HE IS DRIVING LIKE THIS HE WILL KILL PEOPLE ON THE CALIFORNIA ROADS, SO PLEASE REVOKE HIS LICENSE PRIVILEGES INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

    NHTSA complaint 10629963
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
All investigations
Service bulletins

22 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…
  • 13-060 Aug 3, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 34-085 Mar 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only – Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
  • 32-016 Mar 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
  • 34-085 Feb 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
  • 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.
  • TIB43-062 Sep 27, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only â“ This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).
  • 42-058 Aug 23, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
  • 34-066 Jun 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
  • 99-035 Apr 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only: Notification that DAVIE4 can be used to program Model 210 and Model 220 Vehicles.
  • 34-077 Apr 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
  • 13-049 Jan 4, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
  • 03-064 Jul 23, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
  • 7-17 Jan 22, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fix-As-Fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
  • RN-714-1 Aug 11, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PETERBILT: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN TRUCKS, AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY, MAY NOT HAVE A PROPERLY SEATED UPPER REVERSE IDLER FEED TUBE (OIL SUPPLY LINE), RESULTING IN BEARINGS HAVING REDUCED OIL PRESSURE. *PE
  • SB-E-097 Jun 27, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PETERBILT: THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES DUE TO AN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE ISSUE, REAR NOX SENSOR, OPERATING CORRECTLY. *PE
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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