2001 Peterbilt 377 Problems: 2 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 2001 Peterbilt 377 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Brakes
1
Steering
1

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Brakes
1
Steering
1

Recalls 1

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latchReported June 5, 2001 · 52,500 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A change in the internal linkage of certain cab doors has created a possible binding condition.
Risk: If the linkage binds, full engagement of the door latch may not occur, allowing the door to open inadvertently.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the door linkage to correct the potential of binding. Owner notification began june 22, 2001. 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 peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4000.

Recall number 01V179000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Peterbilt 377 9

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What 2001 Peterbilt 377 owners say

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Filed Jan 22, 2010 · Steering · 481,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 peterbilt 377 truck. The contact stated that the drag links have prematurely worn out which are the steering links that turn the steering wheel from the left and right. The contact purchased the repair parts and repaired the vehicle; however, the repair didn't correct the failure. The manufacturer was notified; however, no one returned his call. There were no recalls or warranties. The failure mileage was 481,000. Updated 02/17/10.

Filed Oct 3, 2002 · Brakes · 74,000 miles · NY

Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified, due to the problem with the brakes, the engine brake only works sometimes. Nlm

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Is the 2001 Peterbilt 377 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 Peterbilt 377, close to a typical 377 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Peterbilt 377?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is steering (1).

How many recalls does the 2001 Peterbilt 377 have?

1 recall, covering latches/locks/linkages.

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2001 Peterbilt 377 problems