Vehicle caught fire suddenly while traveling on the interstate, the investigation revealed that the fire resulted from a brake drum failure causing a tire fire which spread through the vehicle resulting in a total loss of tractor, an investigation revealed that manufacturer was aware defects such as electrical and brake mishaps.(attorney on behalf of client)
The worst 2001 Peterbilt 387 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Suspension1
Recalls 2
Suspension: front: hub
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Notification began july 16, 2003. The manufacturer has advised us that parts will not be available until september 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy with a reasonable time should contact peterbilt at 940‑591‑4201 or kenworth 425‑828‑5440.
Recall number 03V125000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: supply: check valve
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began february 15, 2002. 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 kenworth at 1‑425‑828‑5440 or peterbilt at 1‑940‑591‑4201.
Recall number 02V018001 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Peterbilt 387 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate
- Information Only: This bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure...
- Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment...
- Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal...
- Information Only
- 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
- Information
- Model 387 hood adjustment. hood adjustment criteria and specifications. tt
What 2001 Peterbilt 387 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Suspension was wrong type, and vehicle made to pull trailer. Trailer height was 13'9, " not legal 13'6". Dealer would not take vehicle back, consumer traded vehicle.
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Questions about the 2001 Peterbilt 387
Is the 2001 Peterbilt 387 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 Peterbilt 387, close to a typical 387 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Peterbilt 387?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2001 Peterbilt 387 have?
2 recalls, covering suspension and service brakes, air.
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