- The problem
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. A change in the internal linkage of certain cab doors has created a possible binding condition.
- The risk
- If the linkage binds, full engagement of the door latch may not occur, allowing the door to open inadvertently.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Peterbilt 377 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2001 Peterbilt 377 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the steering (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 2001 for the latch. For comparison, the 2000 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 377 year, for its age
#347 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Peterbilt 377 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2001 Peterbilt 377 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2001 Peterbilt 377
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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. *Lj
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 *nlm
Peterbilt 377: every year compared
All 377 years2001 Peterbilt 377 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Peterbilt 377 | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2001 Peterbilt 379 | 6 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Peterbilt 387 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Peterbilt 377
Does the 2001 Peterbilt 377 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Peterbilt 377: latch (June 2001). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Peterbilt 377?
How many complaints has the 2001 Peterbilt 377 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 3, 2002 and the latest on January 22, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Peterbilt 377 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Peterbilt 377 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Peterbilt 377 years have the most complaints?
2000 (3), 2001 (2). See every Peterbilt 377 year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Peterbilt 377 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data