Peterbilt 335 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Peterbilt 335, across 7 model years (2005–2011). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Peterbilt 335 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 335 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Peterbilt 335 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Peterbilt 335 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 335 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2010 335 | 0 | 4 | — | — | |
| 2009 335 | 2 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2008 335 | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2007 335 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2006 335 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 335 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Peterbilt 335 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (2), 2006 (1), 2005 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Peterbilt 335?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Peterbilt 335 have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.