CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Peterbilt 389 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (3 reports).
2019 Peterbilt 389 recalls
Steering Arm Bolts May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering
Fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering knuckle on the Dana D-Series front axle may fail.
Brakes May Release During Winching, Causing Rollaway
On certain heavy-duty wrecker and auto hauler trucks, the work brake used during winching can unintentionally disengage the service brakes.
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.
Battery Jumper Cable Can Chafe and Cause Fire Risk
Certain Peterbilt trucks with a left-hand under-hood jumper terminal may have a positive battery jumper terminal cable that is too long.
Clutch Part May Fail, Causing Unintended Vehicle Movement
An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail on certain trucks equipped with automated manual transmissions.
Fuel line can burst on long downhill grades
Certain trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 or X15 diesel engines may have a fuel pump cooling circuit screen that can become restricted, particularly during driving on long downhill grades.
Most common 2019 Peterbilt 389 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 3 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
- The steering arm on the driver side of the Dana D-Series axle that was installed from the Peterbilt factory on a new 2019 Peterbilt 389 that was purchased new by Acord Transportation, Inc. is what failed. The steering arm on the D-Series axle bolts to the steering knuckle with two bolts as opposed to being one solid cast piece as in other families of Dana axles - such as the E-Series. When backing into a parking space the two bolts holding the steering arm to the steering knuckle broke, causing the steering arm to come free from the steering knuckle - ultimately causing a catastrophic failure and a complete loss of steering. Peterbilt took the steering arm for inspection following the fail
WE PURCHASED THIS TRUCK MARCH 4, 2018. SINCE THAT DATE A TOTAL OF THREE (3) PASSENGER QUARTER FENDERS HAVE "FALLEN OFF" THE TRUCK. THE LAST SET HAD LOCK TIGHT ON THE BOLT. IT IS ONLY INVOLVING THE PASSENGER SIDE. UNSURE IF THE BOLT BROKE OR JUST BACKED OUT. THE LAST ONE WHEN IT CAME OFF HIT OUR PRIMARY AIR LINE AND KINKED IT. LUCKY IT DIDN'T SEVER IT. ALSO WE HAVE HAD THREE (3) "COUNTRY" HORNS VIBRATE INTO PIECES. ALSO THE LAST HORN WAS ATTACHED WITH LOCK TIGHT TO PREVENT THE BUGLES FROM COMING OFF AS DIRECTED BY THE SUPPLIER. ALL THE BUGLES HAVE FALLEN OFF DUE TO THE EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS OF THIS PARTICULAR MODEL YEAR. NEEDLESS TO SAY WE ARE TIRED OF REPLACING PARTS THAT VIBRATE OR BRE
I PURCHASED A 2019 PETERBILT TRUCK IN MAY OF 2018. THE FRONT LEFT STEER TIRE FAILED ON JUNE 18,2018 AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. RAPID AIR PRESSURE LOSS, AND HAVING TO TAKE EMERGENCY EVASIVE ACTION. THE TIRE HAD ONLY 10,580 MILES. I CHOCKED IT UP TO THE POSSIBILITY OF A ROAD HAZARD, AND LEFT IT AT THAT. FAST FORWARD TO TODAY OCTOBER 11,2018. RIGHT SIDE STEER TIRE FAILED AT HIGHWAY SPEED. TRUCK NOW HAS 54,653 MILES ON IT. I WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO KEEP THE TIRE TODAY AND IT STRUCK ME AS ODD THAT THE SIDEWALL ON ONE SIDE SEPARATED CLEANLY FROM THE TREAD. THE OTHER SIDE ALSO SEPARATED, BUT IT SHOWS SIGNS OF TEARING THE PLYS THAT I ASSUME ARE THERE TO STRENGTHEN THE JOINT BETWEEN THE FACE AND THE SIDEWALL
2019 Peterbilt 389 questions
Does the 2019 Peterbilt 389 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2019 Peterbilt 389: Steering Arm Bolts May Fail, Causing Loss of Steering; Brakes May Release During Winching, Causing Rollaway; ABS warning light may stay off during power loss, raising crash risk; Battery Jumper Cable Can Chafe and Cause Fire Risk; Clutch Part May Fail, Causing Unintended Vehicle Movement. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Peterbilt 389?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Tires (1), Structure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Peterbilt 389 has been fixed?
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