NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Peterbilt 337 Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 Peterbilt 337 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Peterbilt dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Peterbilt 337. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 Peterbilt 337 owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Peterbilt 337, describing incidents dated August 23, 2016 to June 7, 2019.
Most-cited components
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11218429 · Filed
WHEN THE ENGINE GETS WARM THE EXHAUST FILLS THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE WINDOWS ARE UP OR DOWN. THIS HAPPENS ON THIS MAKE OF VEHICLE IN THE 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018 MODELS.
ODI #10898015 · Filed
I HAVEN'T HAD ME TRUCK A YEAR IT SPEANDS MORE TIME IN SHOP THEN ON THE ROAD! IT HAS NUMOUSE PROBLEMS! ELECTRICAL TO TRANSMISION BLOWER FAN WENT OUT, WINDOW REGULATER WENT OUT, NUMOUSE AIR LEAKS, SUSPENTION SPRINGS, AIR BAG BLOWN OUT, ELECTICAL BUSING NOISE IN DASH, TRUCK LEANS TO THE DRIVERSIDE…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2016 Peterbilt 337 in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE20-006: Intermittent Loss of Power Steering Assist
Closed March 27, 2024
Driver not Warned when ABS Offline/FMVSS 121, 136
NHTSA #20V199000 · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · NHTSA notice
Reported April 6, 2020 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 460,515 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20pbc AND 20KWB · Owners notified May 26, 2020
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Safety consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Tie Rod may Loosen
NHTSA #17V593000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported September 22, 2017 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 17,737 vehicles
Repair completion: 62.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign P817-C · Owners notified November 13, 2017 · Vehicles built February 18, 2015 – June 26, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016 Peterbilt 220, 320, 325, 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 389, 389G, 567, 579 and 587 trucks and Kenworth K170, T170, T270, T370, T440, T470,T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Safety consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2017. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000 or Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000. PACCAR's number for this recall is P817-C.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Trucks can Exceed Speed Rating of Front Tires
NHTSA #15V740000 · Tires · NHTSA notice
Reported November 9, 2015 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 1,876 vehicles
Repair completion: 29.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 1115P · Owners notified January 4, 2016 · Vehicles built January 19, 2008 – October 12, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Peterbilt 340, 2010, 2012, and 2015-2016 Peterbilt 337, 2010 Peterbilt 335, 2011-2016 Peterbilt 348, 2009 and 2011-2016 Peterbilt 365, 2009 and 2012-2013 Peterbilt 386, 2009-2015 Peterbilt 388, 2015-2016 Peterbilt 389, and 2015 Peterbilt 567 auto hauler vehicles. The affected trucks are equipped with Michelin 295/60R22.5 XZA-2 front tires that have a speed rating less than the vehicle is governed to.
Safety consequence
Higher vehicle speeds and other factors such as tire load and road temperatures may result in premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine's vehicle speed parameters to limit the maximum vehicle speed to the tire speed rating, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 1115P.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Defective Engine Control Module may Cause Stall
NHTSA #15V597000 · Electrical System — Ignition — Module · NHTSA notice
Reported September 24, 2015 · PACCAR Incorporated
Potentially affected: 354 vehicles
Manufacturer campaign 15KWM and 915-L · Owners notified October 22, 2015 · Vehicles built August 4, 2015 – August 12, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to August 12, 2015, and 2016 Peterbilt 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 386, 389, 567, 579, and 587 vehicles manufactured August 4, 2015, to August 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.
Safety consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective engine control modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. Paccar's numbers for this recall are 15KWM (Kenworth) and 915-L (Peterbilt).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Seat Belt Anchorage Assembly/FMVSS 210
NHTSA #15V365000 · Seat Belts · NHTSA notice
Reported June 10, 2015 · Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP
Potentially affected: 37 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.35% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified July 16, 2015 · Vehicles built March 26, 2010 – March 9, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP (Rush), doing business as Custom Vehicle Solutions, is recalling certain modified 2011-2016 Peterbilt 337 trucks manufactured March 26, 2010, to March 9, 2015, modified 2013-2015 Peterbilt 348 trucks manufactured May 14, 2012, to March 25, 2014, and modified 2014 Peterbilt 382 trucks manufactured on November 1, 2013. The affected trucks, converted from conventional day cabs to crew cabs, may be equipped with seat belt anchorage assemblies that may come unanchored when under load. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Safety consequence
If the seat belt anchor pulls away, the seat occupant may not be properly secured in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Rush will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on, July 16, 2015. Owners may contact Rush customer service at 1-713-766-3007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Peterbilt 337 model years
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