2015 PETERBILT 520Peterbilt 520 2015

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2015 PETERBILT 520, manufacturered by Transportation Power, Inc..

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
PETERBILT4T9072 2NP 3BP SBV
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2015 PETERBILT 520 produced?
     - The 2015 PETERBILT 520 is produced in Escondido California, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2015 PETERBILT 520?
     - There are 4 recall(s) for the 2015 PETERBILT 520, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 240428 [USA]: An unstable axle can decrease vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 156283 [USA]: If the steering column loosens from the mounting structure, steering control can become affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 150802 [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.

  • Recall 2021006 [Canada]: Steering

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.

  • 13-060 - BRAKES (PWS): The service information for bendix air dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
  • 01-085 - VISIBILITY: Info only a?? Certain 520 model chassis built between 2014 and 2021, and equipped with the red dot hvac system, may have service port spacing which will not allow the connection of a pressure gauge to both the high and low side service port
  • E271 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: An engine software update is required to resolve obd system readiness, def doser diagnostics, and otherobd system software related issues.
  • FRN715-1 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Instrumentation - smartnav 2.0 software update - peterbilt vehicles manufactured between july 01, 2015 through november 12, 2015 with the smartnav 2.0 system have some smartnav features, including truck navigation and bluetooth phone servic
  • FRN215-3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Hvac - sleeper heater o-ring coolant leak phase 2 - peterbilt has determined that vehicles built between 08/01/2013 and 08/01/2014 and were manufactured fwith a sleeper heater may have sleeper heater o-rings that are incompatible with the e
  • 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.
  • 02-160 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Information only ⿿ windshield washer pumps have a high no trouble found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
  • 13-054 - BRAKES (PWS): Fix-as-fail - bendix new-gen lightweight steer axle drum brake spider cracking
  • 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
  • 43-067 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Fix as fail: for all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with side-of-cab (⿿soc⿝) exhaust and built from 03/6/2006 to 1/20/2020, the clamps that secure the soc exhaust stacks may not be tightened properly. This may allow the
  • 11-001 - POWER TRAIN: Information only: hendrickson softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
  • 18PBB - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Safety recall bulletin: updated with permanent repair path for phase 1 vehicles. The tractor abs lamp may not illuminate when abs controller loses battery and/or ignition power. Nhtsa recall number is 18v368. Non compliance to fmvss and
  • 43-066 - STRUCTURE: Def tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before october 2019 with def tank part number m86-6221-003**(tank-def medium assy) and m86-6222-003**(tank-def large, assy). Resolution is to resolve the vibration on
  • 34-085 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Information only ⿿ vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
  • 32-016 - EQUIPMENT: Information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
  • 34-085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only: vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
  • 03-071 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information only - vehicles built with namux software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
  • 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.
  • 02-154 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Fix as fail: some model 520 right hand stand up vehicles built before 07/16/19 are experiencing washer fluid leakage from the windshield reservoir through the vent line. Resolution is to replace the current washer fluid line with a longer
  • TIB43-062 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information only â¿¿ this bulletin provides information about the california air resources board (carb) periodic smoke inspection program (psip) and heavy duty vehicle inspection program (hdvip).
  • 42-056 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fix-as-fail -ÿ¿ composite fittings used in the cooling system may crack, resulting in coolant leaks. Brass fittings are available to replace the composite fittings.
  • 42-058 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fix-as-fail: two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
Vehicle Documentation
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