Battery cables rubbing frame and trans external filter caused draw and super heating of wires and almost resulted in fire. Mjs
Vehicle safety record
1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the electrical system (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1995 has 5 and the 1997 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Peterbilt 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 Peterbilt problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Door of the rear semi trailer came open because to latch post was broken from the base causing damage to a metal post at toll stop.
STRAP ON FUEL TANK BROK, CAUSING GAS LEAK.
Peterbilt Peterbilt: every year compared
All Peterbilt years1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt | 3 | 0 | A | |
| 1996 Peterbilt Conventional | 3 | 0 | C | 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 Peterbilt
Does the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt 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 Peterbilt?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), electrical system (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 7, 1997 and the latest on July 28, 1999. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 87 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Peterbilt Peterbilt 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 Peterbilt years have the most complaints?
1994 (6), 1995 (5), 1997 (4). See every Peterbilt Peterbilt year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Peterbilt Peterbilt 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