CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Peterbilt 386 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).
2005 Peterbilt 386 recalls
Most common 2005 Peterbilt 386 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 PETERBILT 386. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE FELT AS IF HE HAD BEEN DRUGGED WHENEVER HE AWOKE FROM SLEEPING IN THE VEHICLE. THE FOLLOWING DAY, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, HE BECAME SLEEPY FOR NO APPARENT REASON. HE PURCHASED A TESTER TO TEST THE VEHICLE FOR NITRIC OXIDE AND THE LEVELS READ OVER 5,000 PPM. THE COMPANY THAT THE CONTACT WORKS FOR STATED THAT THEY NEVER HEARD OF A SEMI-TRUCK LEAKING NITRIC OXIDE. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED PROPERLY. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 485,037 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 435,000.
2005 Peterbilt 386 questions
Does the 2005 Peterbilt 386 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Peterbilt 386: Equipment:Other:Labels; Trailer Hitches; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery; Power Train:Axle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Peterbilt 386?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Peterbilt 386 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.