2000 Peterbilt 379
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 2000 Peterbilt 379. Newest first.
On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. notification began july 16, 2003. the manufacturer has advised us that parts will not be available until september 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth 425-828-5440.
Heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain arvinmeritor and dana axles. peterbilt will recall 1,434 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axles manufactured from december 11, 1999, to may 14, 2000, and from july 22 to september 30, 2000. kenworth will recall 859 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor vehicles manufactured from december 11…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. owner notification began july 15, 2002. 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 1-940-591-4201 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with trw tie rod ends on certain meritor axles. the tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace all affected tie rods and drag links with different designed ends. owner notification began october 24, 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 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
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.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with chalmers 1000 series and 800 series suspension kits. these suspension kits may have insufficient penetration of the weld attaching the torque rod eye to the torque rod tube.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of the weld could result in separation of the eye and tube, causing a lock of axle retention, which could result in loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all chalmers fixed torque rods on these vehicles. owner notification began july 27, 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 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5000.
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. the bolts used to secure the steering shaft can fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in the loss of vehicle control without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective bolts. owner notification began april 2, 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
12 complaints1 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension
2000 peterbilt 379 utility trailer wheel bearing caught on fire. *bf (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0205-89)*jb updated 08/05/10 *bf updated 9/1/10 *cn the consumer stated the bearings went dry and started a grease fire, not the tires. updated 09/1/410
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
The weld between the shaft housing and air chamber arm was breaking. *ph *la
- Service brakes, air
Problems with s cam brake assemblies that were installed on the tri axle truck. *mr the problem was common in other trucks with large engines such as 600 hp and dana spicer dual rear axle configuration. *scc *jb
- Service brakes, air
The consumer stated that the vehicle's braking system operated poorly. the consumer had the vehicle inspected and it was determined that all four rear wheel brake assemblies were cracked. eleven failures were reported with the dealer within 22 months. the writer, john reed davis, a licensed…
The consumer stated that the vehicle's braking system operated poorly. the consumer had the vehicle inspected and it was determined that all four rear wheel brake assemblies were cracked. eleven failures were reported with the dealer within 22 months. the writer, john reed davis, a licensed professional engineer was retained by the consumer. (peterbilt 379 tri axle dump truck with s cam brake assemblies installed on the tri axle). *ak *nlm
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Power steering reservoir mounting bracket broke, owner was informed that a service bulletin was issued and that a replacement bracket would be installed if the existing bracket was cracking, consumer suggests an angle type bracket be fabricated and bolted to the existing reservoir bracket, then…
Power steering reservoir mounting bracket broke, owner was informed that a service bulletin was issued and that a replacement bracket would be installed if the existing bracket was cracking, consumer suggests an angle type bracket be fabricated and bolted to the existing reservoir bracket, then bolted to the lower intake manifold bolt, this would elimate torsion stresses on the reservoir brackets at the timing cover where cracks begin. *slc
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
While driving 65 mph and going over a pot hole in the pavement the driver's side door unexpectedly opened. The cause IS unknown. nlm
- Power train › Clutch assembly · Steering · Structure › Frame and members · Suspension
Vehicle IS leaning too much to the left. Vehicle has been to the dealer and several independent repair shops, and no one can correct the problem, asking nhtsa to assist on this issue.*ak. Several mechanic discovered that the steer tires were worn, the steer axle wheel bearing was broken and the…
Vehicle IS leaning too much to the left. Vehicle has been to the dealer and several independent repair shops, and no one can correct the problem, asking nhtsa to assist on this issue.*ak. Several mechanic discovered that the steer tires were worn, the steer axle wheel bearing was broken and the right steer axle kinpin had excessive play, the vehicle was aligned, the clutch was adjusted, the steering was tight, and the steering gear box was replaced.*jb
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicle IS leaning too much to the left. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Trunk lid › Lock · Structure › Frame and members
Front doors unlatch when going over bumps, numerous attempts have been made by the dealer to correct the problem, however the problem still exists, also an air ride was installed for the cab, but it's beginning to buckle near the air cleaner. *slc
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Front doors unlatch while traveling over uneven road surfaces, dealer has been unsuccessful in fixing problem. *slc
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Front doors will unlatch causing them to open completely, dealer has attempted to repair the problem several times, however the problem still exists. *slc
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving on the highway a truck pulled out in front of consumer's vehicle. Consumer slammed on brakes and transmission downshifted into gear. contacted dealer. This has happened 5 times. *ak
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
- 10007008Air disc brakes for model 379-family vehicles. Peterbilt.
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