Peterbilt Motor Company Safety Recalls
Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Peterbilt Motor Company — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
About Peterbilt Motor Company recalls
Peterbilt Motor Company has issued 50 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 20 years (from 1968 to 1992), affecting an estimated 65,265 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Steering, Suspension, Service Brakes, Air. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Peterbilt Motor Company dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.
Most-recalled components
The vehicle systems behind most Peterbilt Motor Company safety recalls.
Peterbilt Motor Company recalls by year
Browse 50 recalls across 20 years. Most recent first.
1992 1 recall
1989 1 recall
1986 1 recall
1984 4 recalls
1983 2 recalls
1982 5 recalls
1981 2 recalls
1980 1 recall
1979 2 recalls
1978 1 recall
1977 6 recalls
1976 4 recalls
1975 2 recalls
1974 7 recalls
1973 3 recalls
1972 2 recalls
1971 2 recalls
1970 1 recall
1969 2 recalls
Peterbilt Motor Company Recall FAQ
Common questions about Peterbilt Motor Company safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.
How many recalls has Peterbilt Motor Company issued?
Peterbilt Motor Company has issued 50 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 65,265 vehicles since 1968. The most recent recall was reported 1992-12-23.
How do I check if my Peterbilt Motor Company vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Peterbilt Motor Company and any sub-brand or component supplier.
Are Peterbilt Motor Company recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Peterbilt Motor Company must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Peterbilt Motor Company dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.
Which Peterbilt Motor Company components are most commonly recalled?
The top recalled components for Peterbilt Motor Company are: Steering (12), Suspension (11), Service Brakes, Air (7), Wheels (4), Seat Belts (2). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.
Where does this Peterbilt Motor Company recall data come from?
All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Peterbilt Motor Company.