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…
2007 Peterbilt 379Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2007 Peterbilt 379, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 9 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 2007 Peterbilt 379 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel system, diesel1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2007 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
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. DETACHMENT OF THE DRIVELINE FROM THE AXLE MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER AND BECOME DISABLED IN THE ROADWAY.
no report yet
Show 5 more recalls
no report yet
Trailer hitches
Risk. THIS REDUCTION OF FATIGUE STRENGTH COULD CAUSE THE PIVOT PIN TO CRACK AND EVENTUALLY BREAK, CAUSING THE TRAILER TO DETACH FROM THE TRUCK WHILE IN MOTION, WHICH…
no report yet
Service brakes, air: slack adjusters
Risk. REDUCTION IN BRAKING CAPACITY COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
Risk. THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS FOR THE FLAME TO SPREAD RESULTING IN POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR PHYSICAL INJURY.
no report yet
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. IF A FATIGUE FAILURE OCCURS AND IS LEFT UNATTENDED, THE AXLE MAY LOCK UP OR THE END OF THE AXLE COULD COME OFF, WHICH MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Suspension
Risk. FAILURE COULD CAUSE ERRATIC VEHICLE HANDLING WHICH CAN CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
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
2007 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
4 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2007 Peterbilt 379, and the recalls they led to.
- Horton Fan Hub FailuresNo recall
- HORTON FAN HUB FAILURESNo recall
- REAR BRAKE AIR CHAMBER MTG BRACKETSNo recall
- Driveshaft separates from tractorLed to recall 10V-634
In owners' words
What 379 owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2007 PETERBILT SEMI TRUCK. CONSUMER REQUESTS ASSISTANCE IN GETTING COMPANY TRUCK TESTED FOR EMISSION AND SEAL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HER HUSBAND WAS FOUND DECEASED ON MARCH 26, 2012. THE CONSUMER STRONGLY BELIEVED, HER HUSBAND WAS A VICTIM OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING. THE DECEDENT WAS…
I DRIVE A TRACTOR TRAILER FOR R.L. SMITH TRUCKING 169 ENTERPRISE DR. WENTZVILLE MO. I HAVE BEEN TELLING RICHARD & ERIC SMITH THAT I HAVE BEEN SMELLING SOMETHING BURNING IN MY TRUCK. THEY KEEP BLOWING ME OFF SAYING "YOU & YOUR SMELLS". FINALLY I TOOK IT TO KENWORTH OF JOPLIN MO & THEY TOLD ME IT WAS…
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