2018 Peterbilt 386 technical service bulletins
29 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Peterbilt 386.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes
- Info Only Unnecessary starter replacements can result from customer complaints regarding engine starting...
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- The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
- Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet...
- Fix-As-Fail – Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are...
- Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate
- Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has introduced an improved mounting bracket for low mount air tanks for vehicles...
- Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
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- Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (“SOC”) exhaust and...
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- Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- Safety Recall Bulletin: Updated with permanent repair path for phase 1 vehicles
- Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery...
- DEF tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before October 2019 with DEF tank...
- Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
- Information Only – Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed,...
- Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed,...
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- Fix-As-Fail -Â Composite fittings used in the cooling system may crack, resulting in coolant leaks
- Fix-As-Fail: Two separate causes have been identified as root
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- Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
- Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error
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