2016 Peterbilt 337 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Peterbilt 337 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).

5Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Peterbilt 337 recalls

ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk

Recall 20V199Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehicles affected

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.

Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering

Recall 17V593Sep 22, 201717,737 vehicles affected

A castellated nut on the steer axle may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen on certain 2016 Kenworth trucks equipped with specific Spicer steer axles.

Tires May Fail at High Speed, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 15V740Nov 9, 20151,876 vehicles affected

Certain Peterbilt heavy trucks are equipped with Michelin 295/60R22.5 XZA-2 front tires whose speed rating is lower than the top speed the vehicle is governed to.

Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 15V597Sep 24, 2015354 vehicles affected

The engine control module (ECM) in certain heavy trucks built in mid-2015 may short circuit.

Seat belt anchors may pull loose in a crash

Recall 15V365Jun 10, 201537 vehicles affected

Certain Peterbilt trucks that were converted from day cabs to crew cabs may have seat belt anchorage assemblies that can come unanchored when under load.

Most common 2016 Peterbilt 337 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System1
Engine1

What owners report

2019-06-07, Unknown Or Other
WHEN THE ENGINE GETS WARM THE EXHAUST FILLS THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE WINDOWS ARE UP OR DOWN. THIS HAPPENS ON THIS MAKE OF VEHICLE IN THE 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018 MODELS.
2016-08-23, Electrical System
I HAVEN'T HAD ME TRUCK A YEAR IT SPEANDS MORE TIME IN SHOP THEN ON THE ROAD! IT HAS NUMOUSE PROBLEMS! ELECTRICAL TO TRANSMISION BLOWER FAN WENT OUT, WINDOW REGULATER WENT OUT, NUMOUSE AIR LEAKS, SUSPENTION SPRINGS, AIR BAG BLOWN OUT, ELECTICAL BUSING NOISE IN DASH, TRUCK LEANS TO THE DRIVERSIDE, TODAY IT STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDERNEITH REAR OF TRUCK, HAD IT TOWED BACK TO PETERBUILT JUST GOT IT BACK FROM AIR LEAKING DOWN

2016 Peterbilt 337 questions

Does the 2016 Peterbilt 337 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Peterbilt 337: ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering; Tires May Fail at High Speed, Raising Crash Risk; Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk; Seat belt anchors may pull loose in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Peterbilt 337?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Electrical System (1), Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Peterbilt 337 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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