AI Damage2020 Peterbilt 220: common problems
The maker issued 13 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 13
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- "Kenworth
Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the…
- 5/29/2025
A new Ethernet Multiplexed Architecture (EMUX) Service Tool Kit service manual (SM034-022) has been released to provide general use information. The new EMUX Service Tool Kit improves cab & chassis electrical…
- Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting…
Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting issues. A new Starter Troubleshooting Guide has been created to provide a comprehensive list of starting system…
- Information Only New diagnostic tool is required to support PACCAR Ethernet Multiplexed Architecture (EMUX)
The EMUX Service Tool Kit will help improve cab & chassis electrical troubleshooting efficiency, while reducing the risk of component damage.
- Information Only Storage guideline procedures are now available for both Medium Duty and Heavy-Duty…
Information Only Storage guideline procedures are now available for both Medium Duty and Heavy-Duty Battery Electric Vehicles.
- On certain Peterbilt Model 220EV Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), timer 2 for the HED® Telematic device…
On certain Peterbilt Model 220EV Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), timer 2 for the HED® Telematic device may malfunction inside the cab harness. Due to this malfunction, the fuse for the telematic device is being…
- 220EV Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) rely on 12V batteries that act as a buffer when the converter cannot…
220EV Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) rely on 12V batteries that act as a buffer when the converter cannot meet peak 12V demand, causing additional stress to the batteries. This can lead to depleted 12V batteries.
- Information Only Dealers/body builders installing lift gates onto Peterbilt Model 220EV BEV chassis must…
Information Only Dealers/body builders installing lift gates onto Peterbilt Model 220EV BEV chassis must use 24-volt lift gate systems 12-volt lift gate systems are not compatible with vehicle electrical systems…
- Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis…
Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the…
- The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures
- Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet…
Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis…
- A frame mounted left-hand marker light bracket interferes with the rear fuel tank fill location
A redesigned bracket can be purchased that relocates the marker bracket to the front fuel tank bracket to eliminate interference.
NHTSA lists 13 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Peterbilt 220?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 13 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 Peterbilt 220?
NHTSA lists 13 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2020 Peterbilt 220 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2020 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.