Peterbilt 548 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 22 safety recalls on file for the Peterbilt 548, across 8 model years (2020–2027). The 2025 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Peterbilt 548 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 548 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 548 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
All Peterbilt 548 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 548 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2026 548 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2025 548 | 1 | 7 | — | Engine | |
| 2024 548 | 1 | 13 | — | Engine | |
| 2023 548 | 0 | 11 | — | — | |
| 2022 548 | 0 | 7 | — | — | |
| 2021 548 | 0 | 5 | — | — | |
| 2020 548 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Peterbilt 548 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2025 (1), 2024 (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 548?
Engine, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Peterbilt 548 have?
22 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.