1996 Peterbilt 379 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1996 Peterbilt 379 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Tires (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 379?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1996 Peterbilt 379 recalls

Suspension:Front:Hub

Recall 97V196003Nov 24, 1997470 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Peterbilt 379 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires2

What owners report

2002-01-07, Tires
BRIDGESTONE, BSR 25, DOT UNKNOWN, 11R245, REPLACEMENT TIRE WITH 10,000 MILES ON A 1996, PETERBUILT, 379. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT LEFT TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION, NO TREAD WAS LEFT ON TIRE.*AK
1996-10-29, Tires
BRIDGESTONE TIRE SEPARATION.

1996 Peterbilt 379 questions

Does the 1996 Peterbilt 379 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Peterbilt 379: Suspension:Front:Hub. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Peterbilt 379?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Peterbilt 379 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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