Peterbilt 378 1996
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
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Where is the 1996 PETERBILT 378 produced?
- The 1996 PETERBILT 378 is produced in Denton Texas, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1996 PETERBILT 378?
- There are 3 recall(s) for the 1996 PETERBILT 378, additional information is below.
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What is the GVWR of a 1996 PETERBILT 378?
- The 1996 PETERBILT 378 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
Recall 5565 [USA]: In the event of a crash, the shoulder belt anchorage may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recall 13668 [USA]: Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
Recall 2001102 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 32-015 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only: this bulletin provides dealers with a battery warranty quick reference guide to ensure the appropriate tests for battery warranty are performed in order to prevent battery warranty claims filed with incorrect or incomplet
- 11-001 - POWER TRAIN: Information only: hendrickson softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
- 32-016 - EQUIPMENT: Information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
- 01-075 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Information only: this bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the a/c compressor.
- 34-066 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only - quick reference guide for electric harness damage repairs.
- 34-077 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Information only: proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
- 13-049 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information: bendix acom software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until bendix introduces new version.
- 03-064 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information - recommended practices for updating esa software
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Cab Type | MDHD: Conventional |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor |
| Brake System Type | Air |
| Drive Type | 6x4 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | 3406/C15/C16 |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| GVWR | Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) |
| Make | PETERBILT |
| MakeID | 495 |
| Manufacturer | PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY |
| Manufacturer Id | 1033 |
| Model | 378 |
| ModelID | 2040 |
| Model Year | 1996 |
| NCSA Body Type | Truck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight) |
| NCSA Make | Peterbilt |
| NCSA Model | Medium/Heavy - CBE |
| Plant City | DENTON |
| Plant Company Name | Peterbilt |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | TEXAS |
| VIN | 1XPFDB9X8TD374717 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20021210 |
Consumer states that the teeth on the tilt steering are broken causing vehicle to lose control and crash. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information. Please provide additional information. Ts
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1XPFDB9X8TD374717 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFLB9X1TD386792 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDR9X1TD409378 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDR9X5TN411581 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB9X9TN404219 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDU8XXTN418711 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB9X3TN390558 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB9X6TD400229 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFD69X6TD391183 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDE9X5TN403814 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFLB9X4TD419431 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB8X2TD398559 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFAE8X3TN399014 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFPBEX2TD422810 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFD60X7TN409682 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFLA9X7TD389433 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDE9X2TN379701 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB8X7TN385039 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB9XXTD374718 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB8XXTN421399 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB9XXTD415705 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFDB8X9TN402763 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFD69X8TD410803 | 1996 | 378 | DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1XPFD68X4TN388150 | 1996 | 378 | MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA) |