1997 PETERBILT 378Peterbilt 378 1997

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1997 PETERBILT 378, manufacturered by Peterbilt Motors Company.
The vehicle is described as a 6x4 Truck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
PETERBILT2XP 3WP Diesel
PETERBILT VIN Decoder

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 1997 PETERBILT 378 produced?
     - The 1997 PETERBILT 378 is produced in Madison Tennessee, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1997 PETERBILT 378?
     - There are 3 recall(s) for the 1997 PETERBILT 378, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 1997 PETERBILT 378?
     - The 1997 PETERBILT 378 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
  • How much horsepower does the 1997 PETERBILT 378 have?
     - The 1997 PETERBILT 378 has 330 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 5566 [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 2001102 [Canada]: Seats and restraints

  • Recall 2001168 [Canada]: On certain vehicles equipped with meritor fg941 front axles and manufactured between august 20, 1996 and april 4, 2001 steer a

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 02-160 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Information only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high no trouble found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
  • 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:ELECTRICAL: 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
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

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 ClassTruck
Brake System TypeAir
DisplacementCC14000
DisplacementCI854.3324173262
DisplacementL14
Drive Type6x4
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cycles4
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP330
EngineHP_to500
EngineKW246.0810
Engine ManufacturerCummins
Engine ModelN14
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
GVWRClass 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
MakePETERBILT
MakeID495
ManufacturerPETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
Manufacturer Id1033
Model378
ModelID2040
Model Year1997
NCSA Body TypeSingle-unit straight truck or Cab-Chassis (GVWR greater than 26,000 lbs.)
NCSA MakePeterbilt
NCSA ModelMedium/Heavy – Unknown engine location
Plant CityMADISON
Plant Company NamePeterbilt
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateTENNESSEE
VIN1NPFL60X9VN427567
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1XPFDR9X3VN4296761997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X5VN4333871997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFL60X9VN4275671997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU9X3VD4311121997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLB0X0VD4338681997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR8X2VD4312641997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR8X4VN4271281997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR8X1VN4271211997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFDB9X8VD4338301997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X4VD4333311997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU0X5VN4407561997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB0X0VD4247531997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X8VD4424671997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB0X7VD4216411997378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR8X0VN4179101997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFXT0X4VN4310131997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X6VN4119071997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU0X5VN4407421997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X0VN4406491997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFXUEX8VN4300561997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X6VN4254971997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X4VN4272951997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X1VN4310991997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X6VN4205091997378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)

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