2020 Peterbilt 330 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2020 Peterbilt 330 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other 330 years?

330 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Peterbilt 330 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Brakes	1	100%	— flat

Does the 2020 Peterbilt 330 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V277000SteeringApril 25, 2022 · 17,641 units

Defect

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle may fail.

Consequence

Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 PETERBUILT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AUTO COLLISION WARNING INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATED WHICH THE BRAKES TO BE APPLIED WITHOUT A VEHICLE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WITH THE SENSOR ON THE FRONT BUMPER WAS COVERED WITH SNOW. THE CONTACT CALLED…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 24, 2020

2020 Peterbilt 330 — common questions

Is the 2020 Peterbilt 330 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Peterbilt 330 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Peterbilt 330. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2020 compare to other 330 years?

What are the most common 2020 Peterbilt 330 problems?

Does the 2020 Peterbilt 330 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2020 Peterbilt 330 — common questions

Is the 2020 Peterbilt 330 reliable?

Does the 2020 Peterbilt 330 have recalls?

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