- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with dana spicer integral knuckle and steer arm assemblies, the steer axle assemblies may have a longitudinal crack in the steer arm.
- The risk
- If the crack should propagate over time, the ball could become loose resulting in a loss of steering, which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the knuckle and steer arm assemblies. Owner notification began january 5, 2004. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
Vehicle safety record
2003 Peterbilt 330 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 Peterbilt 330 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2003 for the arm.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 330 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 Peterbilt 330 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 or 3126e 2002 engines and horton fan hubs, the fan hub mounting bolts can fail resulting in the hub and fan assembly separating from the engine. This loss of clamp load causes unwanted vibration in the assembly that leads to bolt failure.
- The risk
- If the bolts fail, the complete hub and fan assembly could separate from the engine resulting in equipment damage and/or personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a rigid spacer across the two lower mounting holes of the fan hub to maintain the clamping force and replace all the bolts and washers. Owner notification began october 22, 2003. Owners should contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty trucks, the locking tab that locks the outer spindle nut onto the spindle was not engaged or properly bent over.
- The risk
- Failure to properly engage the locking feature into the nut could cause the nut to loosen which will eventually cause the wheel bearing to over heat and fail if undetected. If the loose nut is not detected, the outer end (tire, wheel and hub assembly) could become separated from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the hubs to determine if the locking tabs are properly bent. If the locking tabs are not bent, then dealers will inspect the appropriate components for premature wear and replace such components as required and properly secure the retaining nut by bending over the locking tab. Owner notification began september 17, 2003. Owners should contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
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Peterbilt 330: every year compared
All 330 years2003 Peterbilt 330 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Peterbilt 330 | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2003 Peterbilt 379 | 3 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 2003 Peterbilt 330
Does the 2003 Peterbilt 330 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Peterbilt 330: arm (October 2003); fan (August 2003); axle hubs (August 2003). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2003 Peterbilt 330 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 Peterbilt 330 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 41 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Peterbilt 330 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Peterbilt 330 years have the most complaints?
1999 (1), 2004 (1), 2020 (1). See every Peterbilt 330 year compared.
What should I do if my 2003 Peterbilt 330 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data