repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering
NewRisk. A steering cross-shaft that fails can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2026 Peterbilt 520Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2026 Peterbilt 520. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-436 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Peterbilt 520 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.
2 recalls
2026 Peterbilt 520 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 · 2026 Q3
Lighting control module: software
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.
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
2026 vs. every other 520 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 520 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
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Own a 2026 520?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.