- 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 362 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 Peterbilt 362 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in October 2003 for the arm.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 362 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 Peterbilt 362 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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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Peterbilt 362: every year compared
All 362 years2003 Peterbilt 362 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Peterbilt 362 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2003 Peterbilt 379 | 3 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2003 Peterbilt 362
Does the 2003 Peterbilt 362 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Peterbilt 362: arm (October 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 362 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 Peterbilt 362 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 80 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Peterbilt 362 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 2003 Peterbilt 362 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