repaired · 2020 Q4
Exterior lighting: tail lights
Risk. Rear Turn signals that illuminate at the same time as the brake lights may create confusion and impair the effectiveness of the brake lights, increasing the…
2014 Peterbilt 320Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2014 Peterbilt 320, most often about the steering. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-452 the manufacturer reports only 15% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 14, 2019. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Peterbilt 320 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2014 Peterbilt 320 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.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which may cause loose bolts to separate resulting in a loss of vehicle control and an…
repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. An unexpected engine shut down increases the risk of a crash.
Show 2 more recalls
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn…
repaired · 2015 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in…
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
2014 vs. every other 320 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 320 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 320 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THESE ARE GOVERNMENT OWNED REFUSE VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION BOUNCES SO VIOLENTLY THAT THE VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. THIS OCCURS ON ROADS WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO ABNORMALITY AND AT ANY RATE OF SPEED. THE GOVERNMENT ENTITY HAS REMAINED UNWILLING OR UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS WITH…
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