repaired · 2022 Q1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2015 Peterbilt 388Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2015 Peterbilt 388, most often about the wheels. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-283 the manufacturer reports only 22% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 6, 2020. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Peterbilt 388 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Wheels
2Structure
1Electrical system
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2015 Peterbilt 388 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 · 2017 Q2
Tires
Risk. If the truck exceeds the load rating on the tire, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Tires
Risk. Higher vehicle speeds and other factors such as tire load and road temperatures may result in premature tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
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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…
repaired · 2017 Q3
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. Undertorqued tie rod end clamp bolts are susceptible to corrosion, which may cause loose bolts to separate resulting in a loss of vehicle control and an…
repaired · 2015 Q4
Air bags
Risk. Without a warning of a problem existing in the side air bag system, the driver may continue to operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury from the side…
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
2015 vs. every other 388 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 388 median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 388 owners report
Recent wheels complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
6 PETERBILT MY COMPANY OPERATES ARE 2014 AND 2015 CAR HAULERS. ALL ARE CONSISTENTLY DESTROYING REAR AXEL TIRES BOTH SIDES DRIVER AND PASSENGER (THREAD IS COMING OUT). DAMAGED SEEMS TO HAPPEN DUE TO OVERHEAT OF TIRES. WE TRIED USING DIFFERENT BRAND OF TIRES, BUT BLOW OUT DID NOT STOP. WE TOOK TRUCKS…
TRACTOR BLEW A MICHELIN XZA (295/60/22.5) PASSENGER SIDE STEER TIRE. DRIVER FELT A VIBRATION AND WAS IN THE PROCESS OF PULLING OVER WHEN IT BLEW. *TR
2015 BRAND NEW PETE 388 CAR HAULER. FRONT ORIGINAL TIRE MICHELIN XZA 2 SIZE 295/60/22.5 BLEW UP. DAMAGED FRONT OF THE TRUCK AND 2 TIRES WERE DAMAGED ON DRIVE SAME SIDE. PAID $1500 FOR ROAD SERVICE. HOOD, BUMPER LIGHT ARE DAMAGED. TRUCK ONLY 3 MONTH OLD. 4TH BLOW OUT IN 2 MONTH ON 4 SEPARATE TRUCKS.…
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