2008 Peterbilt 330
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2008 Peterbilt 330. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 2008 Peterbilt 330. Newest first.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20pbc AND 20KWB.
Certain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses." the tubing was manufactured with only four layers of nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the air brake hoses and, if necessary, replace the hoses. the recall began on february 22, 2008. owner notification schedule for this campaign. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
On some peterbilt trucks, certain parts used in the air suspensions have a high copper content causing premature failure.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure could cause erratic vehicle handling which can cause a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, when necessary, replace the defective parts. the recall began on january 17, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Horton Fan Hub Failures
PACCAR is conducting an Owner Notification Program (ONP) for select vehicles within the subject and peer populations.The ONP are attached to the closing report and can be found in the NHTSA Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) database. (TSB: 10033585, 10033584)See Closing report for investigation details.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10188550Information Only Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Information 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 incomplete information.
- 10177019Fix 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 exhaust stack to rotate and contact the cab or sleeper.
- 10176033Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- 10174764Safety 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 CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash software.
- 10174762Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash software.
- 10173212Information 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.
- 10173205Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10172036Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
- 10168703Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10162392Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
- 10159674Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
- 10154733Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
- 10143649Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
- 10027645Peterbilt trucks: the electrical system may shut down due to a power surge. When this occurs, the green light on the comfortclass control panel turns to red.
- 10026729Peterbilt trucks service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Certain peterbilt trucks manufactured with under torqued brake assembly mounting bolts on hendrickson 8,000 lb pusher axles. Csc letter was received.
- 10026567Peterbilt: trucks built with cummins isl engines between 1/16/08-6/10/08. Due to a material error, certain vehicles ordered with optional c-brake by cummins (option code number 2812140) did not receive a c-brake on the engine.
Every Peterbilt 330 model year
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