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2026 Peterbilt 537 TSBs

17 Technical Service Bulletins across 9 categories

Transmission

4 bulletins
11036296

Updated Sheppard Steering Gear Classification Tool link in Inspection Procedure

11036288

An improved transmission bracket is now available for replacement on certain chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-12...

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transmission, featuring a more durable design for enhanced long-term performance.

11033379

KW: A Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update is now available for certain T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, and...

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W990 chassis with PACCAR TX-12 and TX-18 transmissions, TCM software version R5.5 or later and an AT5 controller, where the TASPS fails. PB: A Transmission Control Module (TCM) software update is now available for certain Model 537, 548, 567, 579, and 589 chassis with PACCAR TX-12 and TX-18 transmissions, TCM software version R5.5 or later and an AT5 controller, where the TASPS fails.

11016468

Fix-As-Fail Certain Model 535, 536, 537, and 548 chassis equipped with a PACCAR TX-8 transmission received transmission...

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software with an incorrect variable. This software issue may cause DTC 521215-2 to set, the Transmission Dash Light to Illuminate, and shifting to be restricted. A software update is now available to fix the issue. Fix-as-Fail start date: 03/19/2025.

Electrical

3 bulletins
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.

Lighting

2 bulletins
11033925

"KW & PB: New software is available for download.

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The DAVIE4 cache must be cleared before attempting to reprogram a chassis that is experiencing problems to ensure the latest version of software is installed. Follow all steps in the attached procedures before submitting a TCS case."

11016628

Safety Recall The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain Model 535, 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis may not function...

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and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with FMVSS/CMVSS 101 and 108. Affected chassis must have the Vehicle Soft ware updated.

Software & Calibration

2 bulletins
11033923

The repair procedure has been updated to include diagnostic steps.

11032290

Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.

Engine

2 bulletins
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"

11014765

"Safety Recall Interim Notification The Exterior Lighting Switch (ELS) in certain Model 535, 536, 537, 548, and 567...

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chassis may not function and can be reset only by a key cycle. This issue may result in non-compliance with US Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 101 and 108. This bulletin will be updated when software and programming procedures are available."

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."

Body & Paint

1 bulletin
11033351

Troubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.

Fuel System

1 bulletin
11029787

Cummins TSB 210203 has been updated to remove the PACCAR suction side fuel filter part number from Table 1 as the filter...

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is no longer compatible.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

1 bulletin
11027057

A new Recommended Repair has been added.

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It must be used if safety recall 25PACF is performed prior to or at the same time as this repair since the 25PACF remedy also satisfies this safety recall.