repaired · 2016 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight…
2006 Peterbilt 379Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2006 Peterbilt 379, most often about the tires. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 13V-593 the manufacturer reports only 18% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 6, 2015. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 Peterbilt 379 has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Tires
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2006 Peterbilt 379 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. As a result, the axles may be overloaded or the wrong tires could be installed or the tires could be improperly inflated.
no report yet
Service brakes, air: slack adjusters
Risk. REDUCTION IN BRAKING CAPACITY COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Service brakes, air
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,…
Show 3 more recalls
no report yet
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Risk. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE KING PIN CAN RELEASE WITHOUT THE DRIVER'S KNOWLEDGE.
no report yet
Power train: driveline
Risk. THIS MISALIGNMENT CAN CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOSE DIRECTIONAL STABILITY AT SPEEDS THAT MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. THE OIL LINE MAY BE CUT ON THE CYLINDER HEAD CAUSING AN OIL LEAK AND A POSSIBLE FIRE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Peterbilt.
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other 379 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 379 median. How we score
'87'88'91'92'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2006 Peterbilt 379, and the recalls they led to.
- REAR BRAKE AIR CHAMBER MTG BRACKETSNo recall
In owners' words
What 379 owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
BRIDGESTONE 711 TIRE SEPARATED AT 16,887 MILES. *TS THE CONSUMER HAD A BRAND NEW 379 PETERBILT TRACTOR TRAILER WITH ORIGINAL BRIDGESTONE TIRES. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED 2 TREAD SEPARATIONS ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. WHEN THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE TRUCK, IT DESTROYED THE ENTIRE FENDER. BRIDGESTONE…
Own a 2006 379?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.