1996 Peterbilt 379 Problems: 2 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1996 Peterbilt 379 problems

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

Tires
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Tires
2

Recalls 1

Suspension: front: hubReported November 24, 1997 · 470 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell ff980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.
Risk: Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.

Recall number 97V196003 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Peterbilt 379 9

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Jun 8, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure...
May 29, 2020 Service bulletinInformation only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
Mar 17, 2020 Service bulletinInformation Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
Nov 6, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal...
Jun 10, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only
Apr 8, 2019 Service bulletinInformation Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
Jan 4, 2019 Service bulletinInformation: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error
Jul 23, 2018 Service bulletinInformation
Apr 7, 2004 Service bulletinAir disc brakes for model 379-FAMILY vehicles. peterbilt. tt

What 1996 Peterbilt 379 owners say

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Filed Jan 7, 2002 · Tires · AL

Bridgestone, bsr 25, dot unknown, 11r245, replacement tire with 10,000 miles on a 1996, peterbuilt, 379. While driving 45 MPH, the front left tire experienced tread separation, no tread was left on tire.

Filed Aug 20, 1996 · Tires · MO

Bridgestone tire separation.

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Questions about the 1996 Peterbilt 379

Is the 1996 Peterbilt 379 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt 379, fewer than a typical 379 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Peterbilt 379?

Tires, with 2 complaints.

How many recalls does the 1996 Peterbilt 379 have?

1 recall, covering suspension.

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1996 Peterbilt 379 problems