2001 Peterbilt 379 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 379 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Peterbilt 379. That ranks 3rd out of 22 379 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (3 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Peterbilt 379 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Peterbilt 379 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:hub
Problem: 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: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (abs) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Risk: Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected abs valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the abs valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began february 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 kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A change in the internal linkage of certain cab doors has created a possible binding condition.
Risk: If the linkage binds, full engagement of the door latch may not occur, allowing the door to open inadvertently.
Fix: 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.
Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The bolts used to secure the steering shaft can fail.
Risk: This condition can result in the loss of vehicle control without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle would wander when driving 60-65 mph, vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and roblem still occurring. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
Front wheel bearings have required tightening numerous times. The left and right side bearings have been replaced due to spindles. *jg
Vehicle has a toxic chemicals coming out of air ducts. Consumer believed it was coming out of air conditioner evaporator. It burned consumer's eyes. Consumer will contact the manufacturer. *ak
The vehicle exhibits strong vibration, the dealer has balanced the driveshaft, delay spring, replaced the front shock absorbers, front bearings, installed aluminum front hubs, aligned the front wheels, replaced engine injector coils, replaced one defective wheel, replaced muffler seal, mirror door…
Vehicle vibrates excessively at high speeds of 55 to 65mph. Dealer has seen vehicle 2 times, and problem still exists. *ak
Other Peterbilt 379 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 379 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 379 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 379 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 379 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 379 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 379 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 379 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 379 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 379 | 0 | 9 |
| 2007 379 | 6 | 9 |
| 2006 379 | 2 | 7 |
| 2005 379 | 7 | 6 |
| 2004 379 | 1 | 4 |
| 2003 379 | 3 | 5 |
| 2002 379 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | 6 | 4 |
| 2000 379 | 12 | 6 |
| 1999 379 | 5 | 6 |
| 1998 379 | 6 | 2 |
| 1997 379 | 4 | 0 |
| 1996 379 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 379 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Peterbilt 379?
Owners most often report suspension, equipment, structure problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Peterbilt 379?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Peterbilt 379 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 379 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.