repaired · 2024 Q3
Steering: critical fasteners
Risk. Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2019 Peterbilt 389Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2019 Peterbilt 389, most often about the steering. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-199 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 25, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Peterbilt 389 has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering
1Structure
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2019 Peterbilt 389 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 · 2023 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
repaired · 2022 Q1
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2020 Q2
Power train: clutch assembly
Risk. Unintended movement of a vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.
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
2019 vs. every other 389 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 389 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Peterbilt 389, and the recalls they led to.
- Intermittent Loss of Power Steering AssistNo recall
- Quarter Fender FailuresNo recall
In owners' words
What 389 owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
- The steering arm on the driver side of the Dana D-Series axle that was installed from the Peterbilt factory on a new 2019 Peterbilt 389 that was purchased new by Acord Transportation, Inc. is what failed. The steering arm on the D-Series axle bolts to the steering knuckle with two bolts as…
Own a 2019 389?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.