Peterbilt 386 2008

Model 386 made in 2008 by Peterbilt got 5 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 11 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, air. The car had some investigations: engine and engine cooling, power train. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, diesel.

Model 2008

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
11V380000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 04/20/2010 to 06/11/2011V (Vehicle)211MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED07/21/201107/27/2011
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 kenworth t660, t700, and t800 vehicles manufactured from april 19, 2010, through may 13, 2011, and model year 2008, 2010, and 2011 peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 587 vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2010, through june 11, 2011, and equipped with paccar mx engines and eaton ultrashift dm or allison automatic transmissions (without auto-neutral). the fast idle control may be activated by the operator while the transmission is in gear.
Consequence SummaryIf the fast idle control function is engaged with the transmission in gear, the vehicle could unexpectedly accelerate and override the parking brake and , creating a risk of a crash and damage to other vehicles or property and the potential for injury to nearby pedestrians.
Corrective SummaryKenworth and peterbilt dealers will update the engine software for the affected chassis. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth and peterbilt safety recall no. e038r.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
07V287000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 09/15/2006 to 04/27/2007V (Vehicle)618MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED07/05/200707/05/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks built with cummins ism c876 engines, the electronic control module fails to recognize inputs of the vehicle electronic control unit or from a driver actuated dash switch thereby increasing the risk of unintended (or unexpected) elevated exhaust temperatures.
Consequence SummaryWhile this condition does not involve a risk of fire in the vehicle itself, it could present a fire hazard in a situation where the vehicle's exhaust is in close proximity to materials or substances that can melt, burn, or explode.
Corrective SummaryCummins, in conjunction with paccar, will conduct the remedy campaign. cummis will install new ecm software. owners can contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357, peterbilt at 940-591-4201 or kenworth at 425-828-5440.
NotesPeterbilt recall no. 607f and kenworth recall no. 07kwc.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
08V487000PACCAR INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)488309/18/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED09/23/200809/25/2008
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 4,883 my 2006-2009 kenworth t600, t660, t800, w900, t2000 and my 2008-2009 peterbilt 365, 367, 379, 384, 386, 387, 388 and 389 trucks. inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassis.
Consequence SummaryA vehicle crash could occur if another vehicle strikes the dpf on the roadway.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with caterpillar to repair these vehicles (please see 08e041). owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kwd and peterbilt recall no. 908g.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
07V409000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 06/26/2007 to 07/31/2007V (Vehicle)31910/08/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED09/10/200709/10/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain peterbilt trucks, the longitudinal seams on the fuel tanks were fabricated using an incorrect weld speed for the given material thickness. this error resulted in a weld which did not completely penetrate the entire material thickness.
Consequence SummaryFuel tanks possessing this defect could leak diesel fuel in the event of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and replace any defective fuel tanks free of charge. the recall began on october 8, 2007. owners may contact peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesPeterbilt recall no. 807j.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
11V127000PACCAR INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)4664MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED02/23/201102/25/2011
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 kenworth t2000, t660, t700, t800, and w900, as well as model year 2009-2012 peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, and 587 trucks equipped with paccar mx engines. the oil module centrifugal spinner filter cap in the paccar mx engine may become loose, possibly allowing the cap to come off and engine oil to partially discharge from the oil module onto exhaust components.
Consequence SummaryThe discharge of engine oil onto exhaust components which are hot, such as when the engine is under significant load, may cause a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will re-torque the oil module filter cap and install a secondary retention device on the secondary centrifugal spinner filter cap. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
08V065000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 10/11/2007 to 01/10/2008V (Vehicle)616903/14/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED02/07/200802/07/2008571206
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth t300, t660, t800, t2000, w900 and c500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, force could cause the rotor to crack and the door would not have primary or secondary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. the recall began on march 14, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kw1 and peterbilt recall no. 108a.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
10V634000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 02/02/2006 to 04/30/2007V (Vehicle)12873ODIPACCAR INCORPORATED12/13/201012/21/2010
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 kenworth and peterbilt vehicles manufactured from february 2, 2006 through april 30, 2007. the bearing surfaces of the extended lube universal joint that attaches the inter-axle driveline to the drive axle may become prematurely worn due to breakdown of lubrication and/or excessive heat. prematurely worn bearing surfaces may result in the u-joint becoming loose and/or binding. this condition may result in universal joint failure, allowing the inter-axle driveline to detach from the axle.
Consequence SummaryDetachment of the driveline from the axle may cause the vehicle to lose power and become disabled in the roadway. also, the driveline could drop from the vehicle into the roadway increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryPaccar is working with its supplier to remedy the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2011. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 10kwl & peterbilt recall no. 1201f.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
08V002000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 10/16/2007 to 11/14/2007V (Vehicle)279402/22/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED01/08/200801/08/2008571106
Defect SummaryCertain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses. the tubing was manufactured with only four layers of nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.
Consequence SummaryThe diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the air brake hoses and, if necessary, replace the hoses. the recall began on february 22, 2008. owner notification schedule for this campaign. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kwf and peterbilt recall no. 1207l.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR
07V591000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 08/24/2007 to 11/21/2007V (Vehicle)55901/09/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED12/20/200712/20/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain kenworth and peterbilt heavy duty trucks equipped with tas-85 trw steering gears, the inner surface of the outer sector shaft teeth of the steering gears may have an incorrect involute profile, which may lead to chipping and damage of the gearing system.
Consequence SummaryThis type of damage may cause a bind/stick condition in the vehicle steering during a turn increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will repair and replace any suspect tas-85 steering gear assembly free of charge. the recall began on january 9, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesKenworth recall no. 07kwe, peterbilt 1107k.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
TRAILER HITCHES
07V269000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 05/31/2005 to 01/09/2007V (Vehicle)957109/04/2007MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED06/26/200706/26/2007
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks, the removable tow hitch ,when used to tow or lift a vehicle, can fail due to defective material in the tow hitch.
Consequence SummaryIf the tow hitch assembly fails while a vehicle is being towed or lifted, it may cause an accident that could result in personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the tow pin assembly free of charge. the recall began on september 4, 2007. owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 940-591-4201.
NotesPeterbilt recall no.507e and kenworth recall no. 07kwa.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
08V104000PACCAR INCORPORATEDfrom 06/01/2006 to 01/31/2008V (Vehicle)31804/18/2008MFRPACCAR INCORPORATED03/10/200803/10/2008
Defect SummaryPaccar is recalling 318 my 2007-2009 kenworth t800, w900, and peterbilt 357, 365, 367, 378, 379, 384, 385, 386,388, and 389 trucks equipped with premier trailer hitch assemblies. the pintle hitch assemblies may have been manufactured in a manner resulting in a reduction of fatigue strength of the pivot pins.
Consequence SummaryThis 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 could cause a crash that could result in personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the potentially defective pivot pin free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2008. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.
NotesKenworth recall no. 08kw4 and peterbilt recall no.208d.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FRN-808-110/17/200810027645Peterbilt trucks: the electrical system may shut down due to a power surge. when this occurs, the green light on the comfortclass control panel turns to red. *pe01/27/2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
FRN-808-110/17/200810027645Peterbilt trucks: the electrical system may shut down due to a power surge. when this occurs, the green light on the comfortclass control panel turns to red. *pe01/27/2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
811008/01/201010033584Cummins isx, or cummins ism engines experiencing a premature failure of the fan hub bearings. *kb08/26/2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
811008/01/201010033584Cummins isx, or cummins ism engines experiencing a premature failure of the fan hub bearings. *kb08/26/2010
608-108/15/200810026567Peterbilt: trucks built with cummins isl engines between 1/16/08-6/10/08. due to a material error, certain vehicles ordered with optional c-brake by cummins (option code number 2812140) did not receive a c-brake on the engine. *pe11/08/2008
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
808-409/12/200810026729Peterbilt trucks: certain peterbilt trucks manufactured with under torqued brake assembly mounting bolts on hendrickson 8,000 lb pusher axles. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008
WHEELS
808-409/12/200810026729Peterbilt trucks: certain peterbilt trucks manufactured with under torqued brake assembly mounting bolts on hendrickson 8,000 lb pusher axles. csc letter was received. *pe12/09/2008

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
EA09008PACCAR INCORPORATED05/29/200908/27/2010Horton Fan Hub Failures
 Paccar is conducting an owner notification program (onp) for select vehicles within the subject and peer populations.the onp are attached to the closing report and can be found in the nhtsa technical service bulletin (tsb) database. (tsb: 10033585, 10033584)see closing report for investigation details.
EA09008PACCAR INCORPORATED05/29/2009HORTON FAN FAILURES
 During the pe odi learned that the subject vehicles are being disabled when the horton fan hub fails, due to the fan striking the radiator.apparently, warning signs of the impending failure are not always sufficient to give the driver time to pull off the highway.thus, when the failure occcurs, in some cases the vehicle is stranded and must be towed. odi has examined data which indicates that class vii and viii trucks are over represented in crashes when stranded on the highway or shoulder, as contrasted to light vehicles.further, crashes involving disabled heavy trucks being struck by light vehicles are more likely to have serious consequences. nhtsa has upgraded pe09-002 to an ea to further investigate this matter.odi will examine the warning symptoms and assess the risk of a crash in the event of a breakdown on the highway.
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
PE10029PACCAR INCORPORATED08/02/201012/23/2010Driveshaft separates from tractor10V634000
 Summaryon july 13, 2010, the office of defects investigations (odi) opened an investigation on model year (my) 2007-2009 peterbilt tractors equipped with the (spl170xl extended lube inter-axle driveline).odi opened this investigation based on one vehicle owners questionnaire (voq) and certain peterbilt field reports.during the course of the investigation, odi reviewed paccar's ir (october 22, 2010) response with associated data related to warranty and complaint information, mined field data, interviewed customers and visited local dealers within the washington metropolitan area.paccarconducted testing regarding torsional loading and identified various causative factors contributed to this safety defect finding.the defect is a consequence of the bearing surfaces of the spl170xl extended lube universal joint that attaches the inter-axle driveline to the drive axle becoming prematurely worn due to a breakdown of lubrication and/or excessive heat.prematurely worn bearing surfaces may result in the u-joint becoming loose and/or binding.this condition may result in universal joint failure, allowing the inter-axle driveline to detach from the axle, which may cause the drive axle to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage hazard.odi learned that the affected population of the alleged defect extended to peer models within paccar.in summary, the following vehicles are being recalled: my 2007 and 2008 kenworth trucks, models t600, t660, t2000, t800 and w900 and my 2007/2008 peterbilt trucks, models357, 378, 379, 385, 386, 387, 388, and 389 allequipped with extended lube inter-axle drivelines manufactured by dana corporation.the recall affects vehicles manufactured between february 2, 2006 and april 30, 2007.at this time paccar has not yet identified a fix for the inner-axle safety defect and is currently conducting testing with the intent to provide a solution to the failure.odi will monitor the development of paccars testing and ensure a timely repair for the consumer.this investigation is closed.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
05/02/2008800001
 2008 peterbilt 386 road tractor with a cummins isx 550 hp engine. purchased 9-10-07. electrical issues. the door locks were blowing fuses, the gps and radio would go off and on, the power windows and windshield wipers stopped working, the dash lights and buzzers would flash and alarm when on rough roads, the low coolant light staying on. some sensors;fuses replaced. in january having oil pressure issues. pressure would drop to 0 and truck would shut off. told this a clogged oil filter. changed the filter. continued to have the problem. in february we took the it in for this, and the electrical; they could found nothing. we picked it up, drove about 3 miles and the oil pressure began to fluctuate. took it back, it was kept several days and they still found nothing. then the fuel was not equalizing between tanks and the truck would run out of fuel. we brought it in on 4-23-08. we noted the oil pressure, the electrical and the fuel not equalizing. after 2 days, again nothing was found. picked it up on 4-25-08, picked up a local load to deliver on the 28th. 5:30pm the truck broke down. it was towed to the shop. the mechanic said it was an electrical issue with the oil pressure system. the next morning a mechanical gauge was put on the truck and showed no oil pressure. a gear had sheared off the oil pump. it was replaced. we pick up the truck on 5-2-08, would not start and had to be jump started. drove approximately 30 miles the engine threw a rod through the side. it is still in the shop. cummins opted to rebuild the engine rather than replace it. the truck is equipped with a sleeper which we are afraid to use because of the wiring. we have been told that our truck is not the only one with oil pump failures. therefore we would like to request a full investigation into this matter. *tr
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
05/02/2008800001
 2008 peterbilt 386 road tractor with a cummins isx 550 hp engine. purchased 9-10-07. electrical issues. the door locks were blowing fuses, the gps and radio would go off and on, the power windows and windshield wipers stopped working, the dash lights and buzzers would flash and alarm when on rough roads, the low coolant light staying on. some sensors;fuses replaced. in january having oil pressure issues. pressure would drop to 0 and truck would shut off. told this a clogged oil filter. changed the filter. continued to have the problem. in february we took the it in for this, and the electrical; they could found nothing. we picked it up, drove about 3 miles and the oil pressure began to fluctuate. took it back, it was kept several days and they still found nothing. then the fuel was not equalizing between tanks and the truck would run out of fuel. we brought it in on 4-23-08. we noted the oil pressure, the electrical and the fuel not equalizing. after 2 days, again nothing was found. picked it up on 4-25-08, picked up a local load to deliver on the 28th. 5:30pm the truck broke down. it was towed to the shop. the mechanic said it was an electrical issue with the oil pressure system. the next morning a mechanical gauge was put on the truck and showed no oil pressure. a gear had sheared off the oil pump. it was replaced. we pick up the truck on 5-2-08, would not start and had to be jump started. drove approximately 30 miles the engine threw a rod through the side. it is still in the shop. cummins opted to rebuild the engine rather than replace it. the truck is equipped with a sleeper which we are afraid to use because of the wiring. we have been told that our truck is not the only one with oil pump failures. therefore we would like to request a full investigation into this matter. *tr
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
08/17/200815000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2008 peterbilt 386 tractor. the contact stated that the regeneration cycle related to the diesel engine (used to burn soot from the exhaust) would not function properly. as a result, the engine would shut off. prior to the failure, the engine warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. the failure occurred everytime the vehicle was operated. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer numerous times, but none of the remedies were sufficient. the vehicle was also repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 08v487000; however, the failure continued. the manufacturer could not assist. the current mileage was 100,680 and failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
12/20/200720005
 Diesel particulate filter leaks vanadium pentoxide fumes and/or liquid residue. peterbuilt and cummins are fighting over who is responsible. peterbilt says there is no solution to this problems now, although they claim a team of engineers is working on it. it concerns me that they see no problem with allowing a cancerous substance to come in contact with unsuspecting people, myself included. *tr
12/20/200720005
 Diesel particulate filter leaks vanadium pentoxide fumes and/or liquid residue. peterbilt and cummins are fighting over who is responsible. peterbilt says there is no solution to this problem now, although they claim a team of engineers is working on it. it concerns me that they see no problem with allowing a cancerous substance to come in contact with unsuspecting people, myself included. *tr

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
SCPIEDMONT29673PETERBILT OF GREENVILLE864-269-7202
UTSALT LAKE CITY84115PETERBILT OF UTAH801-486-8781