- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with chalmers rear suspensions, the adjustable torque rod end castings may be brittle. A brittle rod end casting may fracture without warning, causing the vehicles' rear axles to become misaligned.
- The risk
- This misalignment can cause the vehicle to lose directional stability at speeds that may result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 9, 2006. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Vehicle safety record
2006 Peterbilt 340 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2006 Peterbilt 340 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2006 for the driveline.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 340 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2006 Peterbilt 340 recalls 1
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
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Peterbilt 340: every year compared
All 340 years2006 Peterbilt 340 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Peterbilt 340 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2006 Peterbilt 379 | 2 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2006 Peterbilt 335 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2006 Peterbilt 378 | 1 | 6 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2006 Peterbilt 340
Does the 2006 Peterbilt 340 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Peterbilt 340: driveline (October 2006). 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 2006 Peterbilt 340 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2006 Peterbilt 340 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Peterbilt 340 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.
What should I do if my 2006 Peterbilt 340 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