2005 Peterbilt 335 Problems: 1 Complaint, 1 Recall

The worst 2005 Peterbilt 335 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Parking brake: driveline: hydraulicReported September 20, 2005 · 333 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with hydraulic brakes, there may be a defect in the anchor bolt of some bosch model #305 parking brake assemblies. A different coating was applied to the bolt which did not meet paccar specifications. This could reduce the fatigue life of the bolt and lead to premature failure.
Risk: If this bolt were to fail, the truck could roll away while parked without warning, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the parking brake assembly and replace the defective bolts free of charge. Peterbilt's recall began on november 4, 2005; and kenworth began on november 4, 2005. Owners may contact kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440 or peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4201.

Recall number 05V417000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Peterbilt 335 13

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Sep 11, 2026 Service bulletin"Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes
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Mar 17, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
Mar 3, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only – Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed,...
Feb 28, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed,...
Nov 6, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal...
Jun 10, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only
Apr 8, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.

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What 2005 Peterbilt 335 owners say

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Filed Jun 4, 2010 · Engine · 400,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 peterbilt 335 rollback wrecker. The contact was performing repairs on the vehicle and detected the firewall in the radiator reservoir was cracked. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the technician stated the owner would be responsible for the repair cost. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact was displeased to know that there was not a free service repair offered by the dealer for the defect. The failure mileage was 400,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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Is the 2005 Peterbilt 335 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Peterbilt 335, close to a typical 335 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Peterbilt 335?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2005 Peterbilt 335 have?

1 recall, covering parking brake.

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2005 Peterbilt 335 problems