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2026 Peterbilt 520 TSBs

29 Technical Service Bulletins across 8 categories

Engine

11 bulletins
11036293

This optional software update is expected to be available in late August 2026 for chassis equipped with EPA 2024 EMY...

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2024-2026 PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines. This bulletin will be updated when the software is ready. This update provides customers with additional time to service their trucks before a DEF-related derate occurs. The software is being offered to customers in alignment with recently updated regulatory agency guidance. The procedure document has also been updated for clarity.

11036292

This optional software update is expected to be available in late August 2026 for chassis equipped with EPA 2024 EMY...

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2024-2026 PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines. This bulletin will be updated when the software is ready. This update provides customers with additional time to service their trucks before a DEF-related derate occurs. The software is being offered to customers in alignment with recently updated regulatory agency guidance. The procedure document has also been updated for clarity.

11035433

This optional software update is expected to be available on 08/07/26 for chassis equipped with EPA 2024 EMY 2024-2026 PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines.

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This update provides customers with additional time to service their trucks before a DEF-related derate occurs. The software is being offered to customers in alignment with recently updated regulatory agency guidance.

11035151

An optional software update is expected to be available on or after 07/31/26 for chassis equipped with EPA 2024 engine...

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model year (EMY) 2024-2026 PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines. This update provides customers with additional time to service their trucks before a DEF-related derate occurs. The software is being offered to customers in alignment with recently updated regulatory agency guidance.

11035095

There is an update to the Base Emissions Warranty Limits table [PR1.1]and general certification information in certain...

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Engine Model Year (EMY) 2026 MX-11 and MX-13 Operators Manuals.

11034397

Leveraging PACCARs advanced Prognostic prediction algorithms, certain PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EMY 2024-2026 engines will...

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receive proactive replacement instructions for the PM sensor to maximize uptime and maintain optimal performance.

11033352

Certain Peterbilt Model 520 BEV chassis with an Accelera Power Control and Accessory System (PCAS) were manufactured...

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without a check valve in the power steering system.

11032287

KW Certain vehicle model year 2026 Kenworth chassis equipped with EMY2025 PACCAR MX engines require an amended engine label.

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The engine label is now available for order and installation. PB Certain vehicle model year 2026 Peterbilt chassis equipped with EMY2025 PACCAR MX engines require an amended engine label. The engine label is now available for order and installation.

11032286

EMY25 Engine Label Replacement - (KW) Certain vehicle model year 2026 Kenworth chassis equipped with EMY2025 PACCAR MX...

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engines require a revised engine label update. (PB) Certain vehicle model year 2026 Peterbilt chassis equipped with EMY2025 PACCAR MX engines require a revised engine label update.

11032284

EPA17-24 MX Fuel Injector Connector - This bulletin has been revised to include all EPA17-24 and CARB24 PACCAR MX...

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engines.

11022490

Procedures are now available for Phase 1 chassis equipped with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) and Vehicle Electronic...

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Control Unit (VECU) part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013. Parts and procedures for Phase 2 chassis will be available at a later date. This bulletin will be updated at that time. Please refer to the condition section for more details. Certain Ethernet Multiplexed Architecture (EMUX) chassis fail to conform to Federal and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) No. 108. Delayed or unsteady illumination of the vehicles stop lamps, reverse lamps, turn signal lamps and inadvertent change in headlamp illumination or lift axle position may"

Software & Calibration

6 bulletins
11037449

"KW: The chassis list has been updated to include 1 chassis.

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The total chassis count is now 53. A link to the PACCAR Powertrain Prognostics Webcast has been added in the Links section. PB: The chassis list has been updated to include 8 chassis. The total chassis count is now 130. A link to the PACCAR Powertrain Prognostics Webcast has been added in the Links section."

11036426

"KW: The chassis list has been updated to include 1 chassis.

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The total chassis count is now 53. A link to the PACCAR Powertrain Prognostics Webcast has been added in the Links section. PB: The chassis list has been updated to include 8 chassis. The total chassis count is now 130. A link to the PACCAR Powertrain Prognostics Webcast has been added in the Links section."

11036342

This optional software update is expected to be available after 08/28/2026.

11036339

"PB: The chassis list has been updated to include 11 chassis.

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The total chassis count is now 122. KW: The chassis list has been updated to include 3 chassis. The total chassis count is now 52."

11036297

"KW -The chassis list has been updated to include 2 chassis.

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Total chassis count is now 49. PB - The chassis list has been updated to include10 chassis. The total chassis count is now 111."

11033376

Updated cross shaft and bearing installation steps have been added to the repair procedures.

Electrical

6 bulletins
11036290

When DAVIE version 26.21.2 is used to update the VECU3 to software version 3.4.46.0, the VECU3 5071 component group may...

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display as --- after programming.

11029729

Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) de-energizing and re-energizing procedures have been added to the bulletin for Peterbilt...

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Model 520 BEV.

11028311

CARB Label Procedure Update The repair procedure removes the aftermarket change request, adds GHG label inspection, and...

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directs dealers to open a TCS365 case to order new labels. Warranty codes for inspection and label replacement have been updated. Certain Battery Electric Vehicles that are subject to California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations have GHG labels that are missing the CARB Enhanced EV and FCEV Statement.

11027067

Parts and procedures are now available for all affected chassis equipped with Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (VECU)...

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part number Q21-1157-013-011 / Q21-1157-013-013 / Q21-1157-002-002 / Q21-1157-004-004 / Q21-1157-006-006 / Q21-1157-009-009. See attached Parts Matrix for required parts per chassis.

11027062

Certain Battery Electric Vehicles that are subject to California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations have Vehicle...

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Emissions Control Information (VECI) labels that are missing the CARB Enhanced EV and FCEV Statement.

11026418

Repair procedures and warranty information for model 520EV are now available.

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Certain Peterbilt 579EV and 520EV chassis have the First Responder Guide (FRG) label incorrectly showing the cut loop on the wrong side and are missing the Low Voltage Battery Disconnect Switch and Do Not Jump Start labels. These labels are now available for installation.

Steering

2 bulletins
11028852

KW: Certain Kenworth L770 chassis may have Right-Hand (RH) steering cross shaft bearing mounting holes that are...

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misaligned, resulting in increased stress on the steering cross shaft on the Right-Hand Stand-Up (RHSU) controls configuration. Failure of the RH steering cross shaft could result in the loss of RH steering control which may increase the risk of a crash. PB: Certain Peterbilt Model 520 / 520 BEV chassis may have Right-Hand (RH) steering cross shaft bearing mounting holes that are misaligned, resulting in increased stress on the steering cross shaft on the Right-Hand Stand-Up (RHSU) controls configuration. Failure of the RH steering cross shaft could result in the loss of RH steering control which may increase the risk of a crash.

11027059

Certain Kenworth L770 and Peterbilt Model 520 chassis may encounter a slight increase in effort in the right-hand...

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steering shaft when turning the wheel.

Other

1 bulletin
11037541

"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes.

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2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."

Transmission

1 bulletin
11036296

Updated Sheppard Steering Gear Classification Tool link in Inspection Procedure

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

1 bulletin
11035096

Additional US chassis have been added, along with additional Canadian chassis under identical safety recall 26PACB.

HVAC & Climate

1 bulletin
11026416

Repair procedures and warranty information for model 520EV are now available.

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The cab heater coolant system on Peterbilt 579EV and 520EV models may not deaerate properly, causing pump malfunctions and inadequate cab heating. Update coolant deaeration return line parts and procedures are now available to release trapped air back to the reservoir.