Peterbilt 520 1996
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Service Bulletins
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the 1996 PETERBILT 520 produced?
- The 1996 PETERBILT 520 is produced in Escondido California, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1996 PETERBILT 520?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 1996 PETERBILT 520, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 150808 [USA]: Rear turn signals that illuminate at the same time as the brake lights may create confusion and impair the effectiveness of the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 34-074 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The current chassis harness connector contains a wire that is no longer necessary with the latest electrical architecture. The presence of the wire could result in a false fault code.
- 32-015 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only: this bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
- 11-001 - POWER TRAIN: Information only: hendrickson softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- 32-016 - EQUIPMENT: Information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 02-153 - STRUCTURE: Information only: some model 320 and 520 vehicles built before 3/11/2019 may experience loss or loosening of doghouse insulation. Reference the procedure in the attachment section to properly remove and replace the insulation.
- 01-075 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Information only: this bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the a/c compressor.