CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Peterbilt 389 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
2022 Peterbilt 389 recalls
Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk
The electronic control unit (ECU) that runs the anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic stability control, active cruise control and collision mitigation system can receive electrical noise or a weak signal.
Gear Shifter Connection Can Fail, Disabling Truck After Stop
A right-hand gear shifter stalk connector may have been improperly crimped, which can cause a loss of communication between the gear shifter and the transmission.
Digital Display May Freeze, Hiding Speed and Warning Lights
Certain 2022 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks may have an instrument cluster digital display that freezes and stops showing critical safety information, such as vehicle speed and warning lights.
Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering Control
Steering gears on certain trucks may have been assembled incorrectly.
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.
Rear brakes may lose signal and reduce stopping power
The Hill Start Assist valve assembly, mounted on a cross member, may not have enough clearance from the rear axle.
Engine Flywheel Can Detach, Causing Power Loss
The capscrews attaching the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, so the flywheel can come loose from the engine.
Most common 2022 Peterbilt 389 problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
OEM pressed-on cast iron/stamped rings fail prematurely due to regional rust jacking, disabling the vehicle's ABS. Explicitly mention that the current design creates a systemic safety risk in cold-weather states and that a recall mandating corrosion-resistant materials (like stainless steel) is required. This cost thousands of dollars to repair and only lasts 2-3 years. Almost everyone I know with these trucks have experienced this problem. Peterbilt is highly aware of the situation, but they refuse rectify it because it only affects cold weather states.
The contact owns a 2022 Peterbilt 389 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Marathon LHS, Tire Size: 11R22.5, DOT Number: 1MY3TTYBW0324. The tires had been replaced prior to the failure. While driving, the driver's side front tires had a blowout. The local dealer was contacted, where it was diagnosed that the tread had separated. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and declined the claim. The manufacturer stated that the tires were either underinflated or overinflated. The tires were sent for X-ray. The contact stated that the vehicle carried propane fuel, and the air pressure was set at 110. The tire failure mileage was 37,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approxi
Digital dash/display and the whole cluster freezes while driving. The recall 22v-779 update was done on the truck 4 weeks ago and it still have the same issue.
Whenever the truck goes over mildly rough road the steering wheel shakes and the tires follow the ruts of the road . When this happens steering wheel jerks out of hand and have to be overcorrected to keep in lane . With the shaking of steering wheel the steering wheel itself came loose one time and was repaired by peterbilt by applying locktite to the bolt.truck have been to peterbilt dealership 4 time and the problem still persists. According to them its normal for a class 8 truck to do this. This is a big safety issue as the truck can loose control really easily Truck was brought brand new and the issue showed up at 10,000 miles. I have video of the issue that i can share which was record
2022 Peterbilt 389 questions
Does the 2022 Peterbilt 389 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2022 Peterbilt 389: Braking and stability systems may fail, raising crash risk; Gear Shifter Connection Can Fail, Disabling Truck After Stop; Digital Display May Freeze, Hiding Speed and Warning Lights; Steering Gear May Fracture, Causing Loss of Steering Control; Brakes May Release During Winching, Causing Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Peterbilt 389?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Suspension (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Peterbilt 389 has been fixed?
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