The left front tire on the 1995 peterbilt conventional blewout. *Ts the blowout caused damage to the vehicle's left fender, front grill, left running board and possible engine compartment damage. *Nm updated 07/20/06. *Jb
Vehicle safety record
1995 Peterbilt Conventional Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (3) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1996 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Conventional year, for its age
#226 most complained-about 1995 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1995 Peterbilt Conventional problems
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No recalls for the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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4 complaints about the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving on turnpike, the right front tire and rim came off of truck, causing damage to the right front wheel assembly, tire was not located and no tire information was given. (Ohio traffic crash report #10-91-312)*jb
Part of the driveshaft fell off the unit resulting in collision with other vehicle (ohio traffic crash report). *Mjs
TIRE BLEW OUT AND CAUGHT FIRE.(OHIO STATE POLICE)
Peterbilt Conventional: every year compared
All Conventional years1995 Peterbilt Conventional vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 Peterbilt Conventional | 4 | 0 | D | |
| 1995 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 5 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1995 Peterbilt 379 | 3 | 0 | 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 1995 Peterbilt Conventional
Does the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (3), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 17, 1998 and the latest on July 20, 2006. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1995 Peterbilt Conventional a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Peterbilt Conventional 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 Conventional years have the most complaints?
1995 (4), 1996 (3), 1993 (1). See every Peterbilt Conventional year compared.
What should I do if my 1995 Peterbilt Conventional 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