2014 PETERBILT 220 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
4
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 PETERBILT 220
The 2014 PETERBILT 220 has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, PARKING BRAKE. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 PETERBILT 220
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2014 PETERBILT 220, potentially affecting up to 5,870 vehicles.
Recall 17V554000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
| 2,975 vehicles affected
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; 2012-2018 Peterbilt 210 and 220 trucks; and 2010-2018 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks. These 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 binding the steering system.
Consequence: If the sway bar link detaches and falls into the drag link, it may impact the ability of the vehicle to steer properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the upper sway bar link attachment for a hardened washer installed between the bushing and the nut, installing a washer if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on October...
View full details →Recall 14V439000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 1,966 vehicles affected
Defect: PACCAR Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210, 220, and 320 chassis manufactured March 14, 2012 to July 14, 2014. The affected vehicles may have loose fitting electrical connectors on the power distribution module which may cause the engine to shut off.
Consequence: An unexpected engine shut down increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install nylon tie straps to hold the connectors in place until the permanent remedy, a connection position device, becomes available. Both remedies will be provided free of charge. The recall began January 29,...
View full details →Recall 14V716000 — PARKING BRAKE
| 101 vehicles affected
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Kenworth K270 and K370 trucks manufactured February 4, 2014, to October 10, 2014, and 2014-2015 Peterbilt 220 trucks manufactured December 5, 2013, to October 10, 2014, equipped with certain Wabco Quick Release Valves with Double Check manufactured February 6, 2013, to April 19, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been produced...
Consequence: Improper seating can result in the valves improperly adjusting air pressure levels, thereby reducing the braking performance of the vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will and replace the valves, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-468-7400.
View full details →Recall 14V014000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
| 828 vehicles affected
Defect: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012 through 2014 model year Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210 and 220 chassis equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for electrical insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to...
Consequence: If the potting compound is exposed to heat and conducts electricity, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Remedy: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective component with a new battery equalizer or DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this recall...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 PETERBILT 220
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 PETERBILT 220. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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
Safety Rating for the 2014 PETERBILT 220
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 PETERBILT 220 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 PETERBILT 220
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 PETERBILT 220
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the PETERBILT 220
- 2009 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2010 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2011 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2012 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2013 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2014 PETERBILT 220 (current)
- 2015 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2016 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2017 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
- 2018 PETERBILT 220 — 0 complaints
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- PETERBILT 389 — 34 total complaints
- PETERBILT 357 — 19 total complaints
- PETERBILT 386 — 14 total complaints
- PETERBILT 387 — 14 total complaints