repaired · 2019 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. 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.
2012 Peterbilt 210Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2012 Peterbilt 210. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-554 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 6, 2017. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Peterbilt 210 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2012 Peterbilt 210 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. If the potting compound is exposed to heat and conducts electricity, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
no report yet
Exterior lighting
Risk. Vehicles that use a combination of both fog lights and head lights or daytime running lights and headlights may be too bright for oncoming traffic, possibly…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Peterbilt.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other 210 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 210 median. How we score
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- Caution
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