- The problem
- PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Kenworth T280, T380, 2020-2024 Peterbilt 548, 536, 2024 Peterbilt 537, and 2020-2024 Kenworth T480 trucks. The timing of the trailer brake release may be delayed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- The risk
- A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fittings and hoses in the affected valves, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 15, 2024. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 23KWJ and 23PBJ.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Peterbilt 548 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2020 Peterbilt 548 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2023 for the service brakes, air.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 548 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2020 Peterbilt 548 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 complaints about the 2020 Peterbilt 548 yet
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 548: every year compared
All 548 years2020 Peterbilt 548 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Peterbilt 548 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2020 Peterbilt 520 | 3 | 12 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Peterbilt 579 | 2 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Peterbilt 330 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Peterbilt 365 | 1 | 4 | C | 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 2020 Peterbilt 548
Does the 2020 Peterbilt 548 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Peterbilt 548: service brakes, air (September 2023). 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 2020 Peterbilt 548 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2020 Peterbilt 548 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 99 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Peterbilt 548 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 548 years have the most complaints?
2024 (1), 2025 (1). See every Peterbilt 548 year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Peterbilt 548 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