Peterbilt 520 years to avoid
No model year of the Peterbilt 520 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Peterbilt 520 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Peterbilt 520 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Peterbilt 520 problems
All model years combined.
- Brakes4
Peterbilt 520 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 3 | Brakes | 12 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | - | 1 | Brakes | 8 | 0 |
Recalls 24
Peterbilt 520 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Peterbilt 520
What years of the Peterbilt 520 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Peterbilt 520 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Peterbilt 520?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Peterbilt 520?
Brakes, with 4 complaints.
How many recalls does the Peterbilt 520 have?
24 recalls between 2019 and 2020. The 2020 model year has the most, with 12.
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