2001 Peterbilt 377
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2001 Peterbilt 377. Newest first.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. a change in the internal linkage of certain cab doors has created a possible binding condition.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the linkage binds, full engagement of the door latch may not occur, allowing the door to open inadvertently.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the door linkage to correct the potential of binding. owner notification began june 22, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 peterbilt 377 truck. The contact stated that the drag links have prematurely worn out which are the steering links that turn the steering wheel from the left and right. The contact purchased the repair parts and repaired the vehicle; however, the repair didn't correct the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 peterbilt 377 truck. The contact stated that the drag links have prematurely worn out which are the steering links that turn the steering wheel from the left and right. The contact purchased the repair parts and repaired the vehicle; however, the repair didn't correct the failure. The manufacturer was notified; however, no one returned his call. There were no recalls or warranties. The failure mileage was 481,000. Updated 02/17/10. *Lj
- Service brakes, air
Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified, due to the problem with the brakes, the engine brake only works sometimes. nlm *nlm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10188550Information Only Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplete information.
- 10176033Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- 10173205Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10168703Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10162392Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
- 10159674Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
- 10154733Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
- 10143649Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
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