2012 Peterbilt 320 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Peterbilt 320 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).

5Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 320?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2012 Peterbilt 320 recalls

Rear Turn Signals May Light With Brake Lights

Recall 19V452Jun 14, 2019343 vehicles affected

Certain Peterbilt 320 and 520 trucks from model years 1990 through 1993 have amber rear turn signals that may also light up when the brakes are applied.

Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks

Recall 15V309May 26, 20154,823 vehicles affected

A part of the engine crankcase ventilation system, the 90-degree elbow on the vent tube assembly, can come loose from the breather when crankcase pressure runs too high.

Loose Steering Tie Rod Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control

Recall 15V108Feb 24, 20155,141 vehicles affected

Front axle tie rod end clamp bolts on certain Peterbilt trucks may not be properly torqued.

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve

Recall 12V026Jan 30, 201215,932 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 11V127Feb 23, 20114,664 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Peterbilt 320 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2018-04-24, Unknown Or Other
ONE ARMED TRASH TRUCK FIRE. HOT HYDRAULICS CAUGHT FIRE FROM DEBRIS HITTING THEM WHEN EMPTYING TRASH. VERY WINDY AND COLD DAY, RIGHT AFTER LONG HOLIDAY BREAK - LOTS OF LOOSE WRAPPING PAPER AND TUBES IN TRASH FROM HOLIDAYS. THE OLDER MODELS HAVE NO COVER OR SHIELD TO PROTECT THE HOT HYDRAULIC LINES FROM FLYING DEBRIS! THEY ALSO DO NOT HAVE A MIRROR TO SEE BETWEEN THE CAB AND THE HOPPER TO ENSURE NO DEBRIS HAS LANDED ON HOT HYDRAULICS. MORE RECENT MODELS HAVE A SHIELD OR A COVER TO PROTECT HYDRAULIC LINES FROM RECEIVING FLYING DEBRIS AND CATCHING FIRE. I HAVE MANY MORE PICTURES SHOULD THEY BE NEEDED THAT I COULD NOT ATTACH. I ALSO NEED TO KNOW WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION ON SIMILAR INCID

2012 Peterbilt 320 questions

Does the 2012 Peterbilt 320 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2012 Peterbilt 320: Rear Turn Signals May Light With Brake Lights; Engine oil leak can cause fire in Peterbilt trucks; Loose Steering Tie Rod Bolts Can Cause Loss of Control; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Peterbilt 320?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Peterbilt 320 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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