- The problem
- Vehicle description: class 7 and class 8 vehicles. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 207, "Seating system," and no. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages." Some fasteners used to attach the shoulder belt anchor bracket to the cab structure were omitted during production.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the shoulder belt anchorage may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will add the necessary fasteners. Owner notification began march 19, 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
1996 Peterbilt 378 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Peterbilt 378 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in February 2001 for the anchorage. For comparison, the 1997 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 378 year, for its age
#327 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Peterbilt 378 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1996 Peterbilt 378 recalls 2
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
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt 378
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer states that the teeth on the tilt steering are broken causing vehicle to lose control and crash. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Please provide additional information. Ts
Peterbilt 378: every year compared
All 378 years1996 Peterbilt 378 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Peterbilt 378 | 1 | 2 | C | |
| 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 3 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt Conventional | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt 379 | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt City Deliverys Series | 1 | 0 | - | 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 1996 Peterbilt 378
Does the 1996 Peterbilt 378 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt 378: anchorage (February 2001); hub (November 1997). 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 1996 Peterbilt 378?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Peterbilt 378 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 7, 2003 and the latest on January 7, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Peterbilt 378 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 59 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Peterbilt 378 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 378 years have the most complaints?
1996 (1), 2004 (1), 2006 (1). See every Peterbilt 378 year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Peterbilt 378 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