2001 Peterbilt 379 Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 Peterbilt 379 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2001 Peterbilt 379. The part named most often is suspension, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by equipment (2) and body and structure (2). Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 9 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the hub filed under the same part. Equipment complaints overlap with 3 technical service bulletins 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.
- Suspension3 50%
- Equipment2 33%
- Body and structure2 33%
- Engine cooling1 17%
Example complaints
Suspension: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #8005818, filed 2002-03Equipment: “The consumer special ordered the vehicle to be installed with four air tanks but the manufacturer only installed three, the consumer discovered this when the drivers side door and window would not open since they are air operated. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #559863, filed 2001-02Engine cooling: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #889927, filed 2001-06Complaints 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.
- 02V018001Jan 15, 2002Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valveCovers: Peterbilt 379 2001, 387 2001, Kenworth T300 2001 +4 more
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.
- 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.
- 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 2001 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 2001 Peterbilt 379 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2001 Peterbilt 379 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 Peterbilt 379 is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by equipment with 2.
Has the 2001 Peterbilt 379 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 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.