2002 PETERBILT 378Peterbilt 378 2002

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2002 PETERBILT 378, manufacturered by Peterbilt Motors Company.
The vehicle is described as a 6x4 Single-unit straight truck or Cab-Chassis (GVWR greater than 26,000 lbs.).

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2002 PETERBILT 378 produced?
     - The 2002 PETERBILT 378 is produced in Madison Tennessee, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2002 PETERBILT 378?
     - There are 3 recall(s) for the 2002 PETERBILT 378, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2002 PETERBILT 378?
     - The 2002 PETERBILT 378 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 52372 [USA]: Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.

  • Recall 35 [USA]: Such blockage may slow the delivery and exhaust of air to and from the trailer brakes when they are operated by this hand-operated trailer control valve.

  • Recall 2002161 [Canada]: Brakes

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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
Drive Type6x4
Engine ManufacturerCaterpillar
Engine ModelC12/C13
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
GVWRClass 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
MakePETERBILT
MakeID495
ManufacturerPETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
Manufacturer Id1033
Model378
ModelID2040
Model Year2002
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
VIN1NPFLU0X62N579628
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1NPFLUOX62N5796282002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU0X62N5796282002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFPB0X52D5732912002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDU9X62D5794152002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X12D5808782002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFL69X32N5735912002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X82N5682142002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU0X12D5755392002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFD49XX2D5772802002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFLU0X92N5734662002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB0XX2D5820752002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X62D5827242002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X12D5829462002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X52D5814972002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDU9X72N5830152002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDU9X52N5854092002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X32D5809632002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDU9X82D5815682002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDR9X72N5682192002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X72D5808842002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1NPFD69X32D5794602002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDT9XX2D5649752002378DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X72N3630542002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPFDB9X72N5846372002378MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)

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