2016 Peterbilt 386 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Peterbilt 386 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

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2016 Peterbilt 386 recalls

ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk

Recall 20V199Apr 6, 2020460,515 vehicles affected

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) controller can lose battery or ignition power.

Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering

Recall 17V593Sep 22, 201717,737 vehicles affected

A castellated nut on the steer axle may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen on certain 2016 Kenworth trucks equipped with specific Spicer steer axles.

Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 15V597Sep 24, 2015354 vehicles affected

The engine control module (ECM) in certain heavy trucks built in mid-2015 may short circuit.

Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire

Recall 15V456Jul 22, 2015288 vehicles affected

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

Recall 15V270May 8, 20151,494 vehicles affected

The alternator charge cable on these trucks may rub against a metal freon discharge line.

2016 Peterbilt 386 questions

Does the 2016 Peterbilt 386 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Peterbilt 386: ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering; Engine May Stall Without Warning, Raising Crash Risk; Chafing Alternator Cable Can Cause Electrical Short and Fire; Alternator cable can chafe and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.

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