CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Peterbilt 386 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).
2013 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 2013 Peterbilt 386 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
A DRIVER PURCHASED THIS TRUCK USED IN NOVEMBER OF 2017, BUT WE STEARMAN TRANSPORTATION NOW HOLDS TITLE TO VIN # , ORIGINAL CUMMINS ENGINE SERIAL # AND CURRENT CUMMINS RECON ENGINE SERIAL # .TRUCK HAS SPENT MORE TIME IN SHOP THAN ON ROAD SINCE PURCHASE. TAKEN TO [XXX] COMPLAINING OF A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE WHERE REPAIR SHOP VERIFIED COMPLAINT BY REMOVING VALVE COVER AND FOUND THAT THE CAM WAS PITTED AS WELL AS THE ROCKER ARM ROLLERS. FOUND TAPPETS PITTED. FOUND OIL CONTAMINATED WITH FINE COPPER AND METAL PARTICLES.FOUND BEARINGS FOR THE MAINS SCRATCHED AND FIRST LAYER GONE AND COPPER LAYER ON THE CRANK SCRATCHED. TOLD BY [XXX] THAT CUMMINS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 5411180 EXPLAI
2013 Peterbilt 386 questions
Does the 2013 Peterbilt 386 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Peterbilt 386?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1), Unknown Or Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.