2000 Peterbilt 379 Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Peterbilt 379 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2000 Peterbilt 379. The part named most often is latches, locks and linkages, with 4 complaints (33% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year. Latches, locks and linkages complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the latch filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure3 25%
- Brakes2 17%
- Steering2 17%
- Suspension2 17%
Example complaints
Latches, locks and linkages: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #559182, filed 2001-01Body and structure: “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. . 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.”
NHTSA complaint #899684, filed 2001-11Transmission and drivetrain: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #858239, filed 2000-03Brakes: “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).”
NHTSA complaint #10044548, filed 2003-11Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 03V125000Apr 1, 2003Suspension › Front › HubCovers: Peterbilt 379 1998–2002, 387 1998–2002, 357 1998–2002 +5 more
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.
- 02V037003Jul 15, 2002Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assemblyCovers: Peterbilt 379 1999–2000, Kenworth T800 1999–2000, W900 1999–2000 +10 more
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…
- 01V140006Aug 28, 2001Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assemblyCovers: Peterbilt 379 1999–2000, Kenworth T800 1999–2000, W900 1999–2000 +10 more
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.
- 01V179000Jun 5, 2001Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: Peterbilt 379 1999–2001, 357 1999–2001, 330 1999–2001 +2 more
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A change in the internal linkage of certain cab doors has created a possible binding condition.
- 01V167001May 17, 2001SuspensionCovers: Peterbilt 379 2000, Kenworth W900 2000, Peterbilt 357 2000 +7 more
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.
- 01V066000Mar 7, 2001SteeringCovers: Peterbilt 379 2000–2001, 357 2000–2001, 378 2000–2001
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The bolts used to secure the steering shaft can fail.
Recall details for the 2000 Peterbilt 379 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 9 on record; the latest 9 are shown.
- 10188550Feb 10, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Information Only â Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
- 10177021Jun 8, 2020Electrical system. Information 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…
- 10176033May 29, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- 10173205Mar 17, 2020Equipment. Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 10168703Nov 6, 2019Engine cooling. Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
- 10162392Jun 10, 2019Electrical system. Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
- 10159674Apr 8, 2019Equipment. Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
- 10154733Jan 4, 2019Electrical system. Information: 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…
- 10143649Jul 23, 2018Electrical system. Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
Other model years of the Peterbilt 379
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 | 267,009 | 9 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 7 | 200,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 6 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 12 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 5 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Peterbilt 379 have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2000 Peterbilt 379 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Peterbilt 379 is reported most often?
Latches, locks and linkages is named most often, in 4 complaints (33% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 2000 Peterbilt 379 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.