2025 Peterbilt 520 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2025 Peterbilt 520 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

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2025 Peterbilt 520 recalls

Steering Shaft May Fail, Risking Loss of Steering Control

Recall 26V022Jan 19, 2026219 vehicles affected

A right-hand stand-up steering cross-shaft on certain vehicles may become stressed and fail.

Lights May Not Work Properly; Lift Axles May Drop

Recall 25V436Jun 26, 202556,260 vehicles affected

Certain 2024-2026 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks have a software problem in the lighting control module.

Trucks May Lose Drive Power Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 25V181Mar 24, 2025238 vehicles affected

Certain Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 520, 579 and T680 trucks may have high voltage (HV) contactors that open unexpectedly.

Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk

Recall 24V915Dec 9, 2024220,764 vehicles affected

The electronic control unit (ECU) that runs the anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic stability control, active cruise control and collision mitigation system can receive electrical noise or a weak signal.

Steering Fasteners May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering

Recall 24V908Dec 3, 202468 vehicles affected

Certain heavy-duty trucks with PACCAR 20k steer axles may have steering arm or tie rod bracket fasteners that can fail.

Steering Parts May Break, Causing Loss of Steering Control

Recall 24V433Jun 12, 20247,410 vehicles affected

Certain tie rod or drag link assemblies may contain a ball stud that was improperly heat-treated, so the ball stud can break.

Steering Gear May Lose Control, Risking a Crash

Recall 24V044Jan 25, 202445,887 vehicles affected

Certain 2024-2025 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks may have steering gear assemblies that were assembled with fewer recirculating balls than required.

2025 Peterbilt 520 questions

Does the 2025 Peterbilt 520 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2025 Peterbilt 520: Steering Shaft May Fail, Risking Loss of Steering Control; Lights May Not Work Properly; Lift Axles May Drop; Trucks May Lose Drive Power Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk; Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk; Steering Fasteners May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Peterbilt 520 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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