2001 Peterbilt 387 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 387 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Peterbilt 387. That ranks 2nd out of 19 387 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, air (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Peterbilt 387 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2001 Peterbilt 387 recalls (2)
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.
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 caught fire suddenly while traveling on the interstate, the investigation revealed that the fire resulted from a brake drum failure causing a tire fire which spread through the vehicle resulting in a total loss of tractor, an investigation revealed that manufacturer was aware defects such…
Suspension was wrong type, and vehicle made to pull trailer. Trailer height was 13'9, " not legal 13'6". Dealer would not take vehicle back, consumer traded vehicle.*ak
Other Peterbilt 387 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2012 387 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 387 | 0 | 6 |
| 2010 387 | 0 | 6 |
| 2009 387 | 2 | 9 |
| 2008 387 | 4 | 14 |
| 2007 387 | 0 | 6 |
| 2006 387 | 0 | 4 |
| 2005 387 | 2 | 4 |
| 2004 387 | 1 | 3 |
| 2003 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2002 387 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 | 2 |
| 2000 387 | 0 | 7 |
| 1999 387 | 0 | 7 |
| 1998 387 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Peterbilt 387?
Owners most often report service brakes, air, suspension problems. The top one, service brakes, air, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Peterbilt 387?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Peterbilt 387 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 387 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.