Steering
NewRisk. A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2024 Peterbilt 520. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-749 the manufacturer reports only 33% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 19, 2026. Updated daily.
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.
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.
Risk. A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Delayed and unsteady headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
Risk. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A rear lifting bracket that detaches while the engine is being lifted can result in the engine falling or swinging, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
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 520 median. How we score
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.