Nar 03/13/2003 the consumer was driving westbound on ohio the turnpike when his drive shaft broke off, striking and puncturing his fuel tank. Xpress towing removed the tractor because of the leakage of oil and fuel to the road ways. *Cb *jb
Vehicle safety record
1996 Peterbilt Conventional Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1995 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Conventional year, for its age
#224 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Peterbilt Conventional problems
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No recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Fuel straps on the fuel tank broke causing fuel leak. (Ohio state police report)
Wheels came off trailer, causing accident. (Ohio state police report)
Peterbilt Conventional: every year compared
All Conventional years1996 Peterbilt Conventional vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Peterbilt Conventional | 3 | 0 | C | |
| 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 3 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt 379 | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt City Deliverys Series | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1996 Peterbilt 378 | 1 | 2 | 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 1996 Peterbilt Conventional
Does the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 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 1996 Peterbilt Conventional?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (1), transmission & drivetrain (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 22, 1997 and the latest on March 13, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Peterbilt Conventional a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 1996 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