CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Peterbilt 379 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (4 reports).
2001 Peterbilt 379 recalls
Most common 2001 Peterbilt 379 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE REQUIRED TIGHTENING NUMEROUS TIMES. THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE BEARINGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED DUE TO SPINDLES. *JG
VEHICLE WOULD WANDER WHEN DRIVING 60-65 MPH, VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND ROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
VEHICLE HAS A TOXIC CHEMICALS COMING OUT OF AIR DUCTS. CONSUMER BELIEVED IT WAS COMING OUT OF AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR. IT BURNED CONSUMER'S EYES. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. *AK
THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS STRONG VIBRATION, THE DEALER HAS BALANCED THE DRIVESHAFT, DELAY SPRING, REPLACED THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS, FRONT BEARINGS, INSTALLED ALUMINUM FRONT HUBS, ALIGNED THE FRONT WHEELS, REPLACED ENGINE INJECTOR COILS, REPLACED ONE DEFECTIVE WHEEL, REPLACED MUFFLER SEAL, MIRROR DOOR MOUNTING AND, WITH ALL THESE REPAIRS THE VIBRATION WAS NOT ELIMINATED. NLM
THE DOOR IS OUT OF ALIGNMET ALLOWING COLD AIR TO ENTER THE CAB WHILE DRIVING AND MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOOR, THE DEALER HAS HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BUT WITH NO SUCCESS. NLM
2001 Peterbilt 379 questions
Does the 2001 Peterbilt 379 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 Peterbilt 379: Suspension:Front:Hub; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch; Steering. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Peterbilt 379?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (4), Structure (2), Equipment (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 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.