- The problem
- Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 Peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured from April 3, 2003, through October 25, 2013 and equipped with tri-drive rear axles and a tag or pusher axle. The affected vehicles may be missing required information from the certification label, specifically the tag or pusher axle the gross axle weight rating, suitable tire and rim information, and recommended tire pressure information. Without this information, the vehicles do not comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- As a result, the axles may be overloaded or the wrong tires could be installed or the tires could be improperly inflated. All of these issues increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Peterbilt will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the certification labels missing the necessary information. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Customers can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Peterbilt's number for this campaign is 1113-F.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Peterbilt 379 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2004 Peterbilt 379 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in November 2013 for the labels. For comparison, the 2003 has 3 and the 2005 has 7.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 379 year, for its age
#455 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Peterbilt 379 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Peterbilt 379 recalls 4
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
- On certain non-abs equipped trucks, an air hose between the tractor protection valve and the back of the cab bulkhead was omitted.
- The risk
- The absence of this air hose could adversely affect the drive axle brake performance while a trailer is being pulled, resulting in longer stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Peterbilt will inspect the air hose plumbing of the drive axle brake system and make the necessary repairs. The recall began on february 22, 2007. Owners may contact peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
- The problem
- On certain trucks, when using a cummins electronic icon service tool 2.2, An unintended engine start will occur.
- The risk
- Given the purpose and functionality of this service tool, this series of events would only occur in a service facility and could pose a hazard if the truck were to unexpectedly move or the engine to start without any warning, possibly causing personal injury.
- The fix
- Cummins is conducting this recall (please see 06e063000) and will replace the icon service tool 2.2 With a new icon service tool 2.3 Free of charge. Owners may contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4201.
- The problem
- On certain tractors equipped with caterpillar diesel engines, the variable valve actuation oil line may wear against the sharp edge of the cylinder head if not positioned correctly.
- The risk
- The oil line may be cut on the cylinder head causing an oil leak and a possible fire.
- The fix
- Caterpillar, in conjunction with paccar, will be conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign free of charge. Owners may call caterpillar at 309-675-6496, kenworth at 425-828-5440, or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2004 Peterbilt 379
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving at 70mph in sub freezing temperatures and at operating temperatures, the horton fan hub came off and into the radiator. My wife was driving at the time and I was in the sleeper cabin. There was no audible noise when the hub failed. She saw a lot of steam or smoke and first thought the engine had caught fire. The smoke was coming out in all directions and hit the windshield affecting her visability for a short period of time. She was able to pull off to the shoulder which at that time we were able...
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to see anitfreeze and pieces of fan blades on the ground. We suspect there were also debris left on the road when this occurred. We bought this truck used with 294,000. The first fan hub failure occurred with 380,000, the 2nd with 649,800. We received a call from horton telling us we may be able to get some reimbursement but we have yet to hear from them yet. Updated 12/21/10*bf updated 12/23/10*jb
Peterbilt 379: every year compared
All 379 years2004 Peterbilt 379 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Peterbilt 379 | 1 | 4 | F | |
| 2004 Peterbilt 387 | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Peterbilt 330 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2004 Peterbilt 378 | 1 | 3 | C | 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 2004 Peterbilt 379
Does the 2004 Peterbilt 379 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2004 Peterbilt 379: labels (November 2013); service brakes, air (February 2007); equipment (July 2006); engine and engine cooling (December 2005). 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 2004 Peterbilt 379?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Peterbilt 379 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 17, 2010 and the latest on February 17, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Peterbilt 379 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 24 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Peterbilt 379 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 379 years have the most complaints?
2000 (12), 2005 (7), 1998 (6). See every Peterbilt 379 year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Peterbilt 379 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