AI DamagePeterbilt 535: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Peterbilt 535 across 5 model years: 0 owner complaints and 30 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Information has been added to identify that ECAT incorrectly identifies PS386 as the correct transmission…
- "Kenworth
- Updated Sheppard Steering Gear Classification Tool link in Inspection Procedure
- "KW
- Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available
- The Parts section has been updated to clarify that freight charges for safety recall orders should not be…
- Parts and procedures are now available for all affected chassis equipped with Vehicle Electronic Control…
- A new Recommended Repair has been added
- The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector
- Procedures are now available for Phase 1 chassis equipped with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) and…
- Certain Model 535/536/537/548 may have an oversized magnet carrier in the throttle pedal assembly, which…
- Safety Recall The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain Model 535, 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis may…
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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.