2005 Peterbilt 386 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 386 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Peterbilt 386. That ranks 3rd out of 16 386 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 435,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Peterbilt 386 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 435,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2005 Peterbilt 386 recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 Peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured from April 3, 2003, through October 25, 2013 and equipped with tri-drive rear axles and a tag or pusher axle. The affected vehicles may be missing required information from the certification label, specifically the tag or pusher axle the gross axle weight rating, suitable tire and rim information, and recommended tire pressure information. Without this information, the vehicles do not comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: As a result, the axles may be overloaded or the wrong tires could be installed or the tires could be improperly inflated. All of these issues increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Peterbilt will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the certification labels missing the necessary information. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Customers can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 1113-F.
Trailer hitches
Problem: On certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch.
Risk: If the tow hitch assembly fails while a vehicle is being towed or lifted, it may cause an accident that could result in personal injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tow pin assembly free of charge. The recall began on september 4, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Problem: On certain trucks, if the ignition switch is turned on prior to initial start up in the manufacturing plant or during the filter replacement in the field, a small flame will ignite when the fuel is added to prime the system.
Risk: The possibility exists for the flame to spread resulting in possible equipment damage or physical injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the filter for the date codes of the suspect filters and replace those heating elements free of charge. The recall began on march 21, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
Power train:axle assembly
Problem: On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.
Risk: If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the axles free of charge. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 peterbilt 386. The contact stated that he felt as if he had been drugged whenever he awoke from sleeping in the vehicle. The following day, while driving approximately 70 mph, he became sleepy for no apparent reason. He purchased a tester to test the vehicle for nitric…
Other Peterbilt 386 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 386 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 386 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 386 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 386 | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 386 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 386 | 0 | 5 |
| 2013 386 | 1 | 6 |
| 2012 386 | 2 | 7 |
| 2011 386 | 1 | 6 |
| 2010 386 | 1 | 5 |
| 2009 386 | 1 | 10 |
| 2008 386 | 4 | 14 |
| 2007 386 | 1 | 8 |
| 2006 386 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1 | 4 |
| 2004 386 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Peterbilt 386?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Peterbilt 386?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Peterbilt 386 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 386 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.