AutoDefect IQ

1999 Peterbilt Peterbilt problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Wheels:lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs (1) · Tires (1) · Suspension:front (1)

3
Complaints
0
Recalls
10
Service bulletins
0
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (10)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer 2021-02-10 · 02-160 · 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.

Electrical System 2020-06-08 · 32-015 · 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.

Power Train 2020-05-29 · 11-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information only: hendrickson softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.

Equipment 2020-03-17 · 32-016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.

Engine And Engine Cooling 2019-11-06 · 01-075 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information only: this bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the a/c compressor.

Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2019-04-08 · 34-077 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

information only: proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.

Showing the 6 most recent of 10 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

No detailed complaint narratives on file.

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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