2000 Peterbilt 379 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 25%of 12 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2000 Peterbilt 379, 25% of the 12 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 2001-11“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 2000-03Related service bulletins
- 10176033May 29, 2020Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2000 Peterbilt 379
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Peterbilt 379
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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