CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Peterbilt 386 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2012 Peterbilt 386 recalls
ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.
Tires May Fail at High Speed, Raising Crash Risk
Certain Peterbilt heavy trucks are equipped with Michelin 295/60R22.5 XZA-2 front tires whose speed rating is lower than the top speed the vehicle is governed to.
Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire
Certain Peterbilt trucks with extended-body Leece Neville alternators have alternator charge cables that may rub against a metal freon discharge line.
Alternator cable can chafe and cause a fire
The alternator charge cable on these trucks may rub against a metal freon discharge line.
Most common 2012 Peterbilt 386 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2012 Peterbilt 386 equipped with Kelly Tires, Tire Line: Armor Steel RSA2, Tire Size: 295/75/R22.5, DOT Number: 04N37XETW. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tread separated from the front driver's side tire core. The contact stated that the tire was a replacement tire. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The tire failure mileage was approximately 800. The vehicle failure mileage was unknown.
I [XXX] , [XXX] I PURCHASE THREE (3) TRUCKS FROM RITCHIE BROTHER AUCTION IN GEORGIA ON 3/23/2023 (1) 2012 FREIGHTLINER TRUCK WAS LOCATE IN GEORGIA, AND TWO TRUCKS WAS LOCATE IN CHEHALIS WA (1) 2012 PETERBILT (1) 2016 FREIGHTLINER. THE 2012 PETERBILT WAS A PROBLEM FROM THE START (SEE ATTACH REPAIRS) THE TRUCK WAS TOWED TO PETERBILT IN SALEM OR, THE SERVICE ADVISOR: MICHEAL [XXX] PREPARE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST ON THE TRUCK, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT ALL THE PROBLEM THAT YOU ARE HAVING WITH THIS TRUCK IS THE DEF SYSTEM HAS BEEN ERASED, THIS DEF SYSTEM CANâT BE TAMPER WITH, SALE OR PURCHASE A TRUCK WITHOUT A DEF SYSTEM ACIVITY WORKING ON ALL TRUCKS ON THE ROAD THE CHIEF OPERATION OFFICER (COO) [XX
2012 Peterbilt 386 questions
Does the 2012 Peterbilt 386 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2012 Peterbilt 386: ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Tires May Fail at High Speed, Raising Crash Risk; Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire; Alternator cable can chafe and cause a fire; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Peterbilt 386?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Tires (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 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.