2023 Peterbilt 548 TSBs
30 Technical Service Bulletins across 9 categories
Categories
Engine
10 bulletinsThe right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector.
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Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the vehicle may result in the vehicle being disabled after it comes to a stop, thereby increasing the risk of crash or injury. A warning will appear on the dash display when communication is lost, including transmission or engine warnings, ! next to DNR/DNRP indicator, - in the DNR/DNRP indicator, and/or chimes, depending upon whether you are operating a diesel/gas or battery electric vehicle.
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"
Certain Model 535/536/537/548 may have an oversized magnet carrier in the throttle pedal assembly, which may cause the...
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pedal to stick, and may increase the risk of a crash. Driver may feel sticking or that pedal does not return to idle once released. Pressing the service brake will overcome a stuck throttle pedal and allow the vehicle to stop. All affected chassis must perform a date inspection on the throttle pedal. If the date falls on or between suspect range, 08/12/2022 through 12/14/2022, throttle pedal is considered bad and will need to be replaced. Safety Recall start date: 03/27/2025
Safety Recall Interim Notification Certain vehicles may have an oversized magnet carrier in the throttle pedal...
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assembly, which may cause the pedal to stick, and may increase the risk of a crash. Driver may feel sticking or that pedal doesnt return to idle once released. Pressing the service brake will overcome a stuck throttle pedal and allow the vehicle to stop. This bulletin will be updated once parts and procedures are available. INTERIM Safety Recall start date: 01/29/2025
Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting issues.
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A new Starter Troubleshooting Guide has been created to provide a comprehensive list of starting system checks, which should reduce unnecessary starter replacements and associated warranty claims. Engine starting system warranty claims now require a completed Starter Checklist, a Battery Pack Midtronics Report, and a Cable Drop Midtronics Report. Claims filed without these documents may be denied.
On certain Peterbilt, New Medium Duty chassis that are equipped with the optional engine intake air Pre-Filter (option...
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code 3281830) the Pre-Filter may become clogged and cause premature failure/breach of the primary intake air filter. In some cases, a failed/breached primary filter can result in unusually high engine RPMs and high crankcase pressure. However, a failed/breached primary filter may not exhibit any of these symptoms. The immediate fix for this issue is to modify the Pre-Filter by removing the filter media from the base plate, and then reinstalling the modified Pre-Filter base plate.
Certain 536, 537, 548, and 567 chassis built with 2.1m Medium Duty End of Frame Trailer Connections and Tractor...
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Protection Valves may not meet the standard trailer brake release timing requirements by 0.5 seconds. A delay in the trailer brake release may create momentary instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
Certain 536, 537, and 548 chassis built with 2.1m Medium Duty End of Frame Trailer Connections may exceed the standard...
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trailer brake release timing requirements by 0.5 seconds due to the size of the tractor protection valve fitting and hose. A delay in the trailer brake release can create instability to the trailer and increase the risk of a crash.
Safety Recall The brake pedal plunger which connects the brake pedal to the brake valve may dislodge after the pedal is...
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fully depressed, and rapidly released (side slip foot brake release). If the plunger in the brake pedal assembly dislodges the driver may be unable to apply the service brakes, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with...
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Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic cs hardware to deliver secure software updates remotely. This will reduce downtime and save on maintenance costs for eligible vehicles.
Software & Calibration
7 bulletinsThe verbiage in the Introduction section has been updated.
"KW: A new recommended repair has been added to verify the software level and close the campaign in SIR.The repair...
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procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions. PB: The repair procedure has been updated with additional note boxes for clear instructions."
Bogie Crossmember Torque Value Update - Procedure has been updated to correct torque values.
Sheppard Recall Order Process Update - The Parts section has been updated with revised steps for opening a TCS365 Order...
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Support Order Inquiry case.
The Parts section has been updated to clarify that freight charges for safety recall orders should not be passed on to...
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the end customer.
As of 03/25/2025, this campaign has resumed.
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Software updates are now available to complete this campaign.
The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
Other
3 bulletins"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."
Peterbilt SmartLINQ subscriptions can be renewed online via PACCAR Solutions RemoteDiagnostics web portal.
This is a follow-up bulletin to shortage bulletin S017.
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Parts kits are now available to install the Bendix Side Collision Mitigation Radar system (BlindSpotter) on chassis that were delivered with a prewire sales code due to parts shortages. Ordering and installation procedures are included.
Transmission
3 bulletinsInformation Only New tools are required to support PACCAR TX-8 / ZF transmissions.
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Part numbers E0l-1012 (Adapter, Jack TX-8), E0l-1014 (Front Seal Installer), and E0l-1015 (Rear Seal Installer) are currently available to order
INTERIM Safety Recall Parts are not currently available for this safety recall.
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This bulletin will be updated once repair parts are available. The right-hand shift stalk may have an improper wire harness terminal crimp within the wire harness connector. Loss of communication between the right-hand shift stalk and the transmission may result in the vehicle becoming disabled after it comes to a stop thereby increasing the risk of crash or injury. A transmission fault will appear on the dash display if communication is lost.
Safety Recall Certain vehicles built with TX-8 transmissions with flange mounted yokes may not have a locking feature installed on fastener threads.
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This may allow the driveline fasteners to become loose, increasing the risk of a crash.
Body & Paint
2 bulletinsTroubleshooting procedures for 2.1m cab power windows are now available.
SAFETY RECALL Certain 535/536/537/548 chassis may have cab mirror glass lock rings not fully seated.
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This could result in loss of mirror glass, reducing rear visibility and increasing the risk of an accident or injury. Missing mirrors cause non-compliance with FMVSS 111 / CMVSS 111. Mirror glass lock rings must be inspected and, if necessary, reseated.
Fuel System
2 bulletinsCummins 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.
CARB Emission s Manufacturer Warranty term and/or kilometers conversion displayed in certain EMY 2022-2023 PX-7 or PX-9...
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Operators Manuals are incorrect.
Electrical
1 bulletinParts 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.
Brakes
1 bulletinSafety Recall Updated software and procedures are now available.
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Certain Vehicle Model Year 2021-2025 Peterbilt chassis configured for trailer towing require a software update for the Bendix EC80 ABS ECU. Software update procedures for certain Battery-Electric Vehicles (BEV) and EC80 ABS ECU part numbers are not yet available. This bulletin will be updated when software update procedures are available for these chassis. Safety Recall publish date: 1/10/25
Infotainment
1 bulletinRFID (Radio Frequency ID) tags are being added and used to track Non-Test Ready (NTR) trucks to efficiently locate them...
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once they are off the production line, but still on the premises. The tags are left on the trucks which have been sold.