1997 PETERBILT 379Peterbilt 379 1997

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1997 PETERBILT 379.
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
PETERBILT
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 1997 PETERBILT 379 produced?
     - The 1997 PETERBILT 379 is produced in Denton Texas, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1997 PETERBILT 379?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 1997 PETERBILT 379, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 1997 PETERBILT 379?
     - The 1997 PETERBILT 379 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • 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
  • 604 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC: Air disc brakes for model 379-family vehicles. Peterbilt. *tt
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

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Variable Value
Body Cab TypeMDHD: Conventional
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
Brake System TypeAir
Drive Type6x4
Engine ManufacturerCaterpillar
Engine Model3406/C15/C16
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
Model379
ModelID2046
Model Year1997
NCSA Body TypeTruck-tractor (Cab only, or with any number of trailing unit; any weight)
NCSA MakePeterbilt
NCSA ModelMedium/Heavy - CBE
Plant CityDENTON
Plant Company NamePeterbilt
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateTEXAS
VIN1XP5DB9X2VD431766
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20140522

Brakes would not hold while in park, body bushings and support is worn and rusted. Fuel had lack of power and excessive fuel smell and would not start with out starting fluid and was the color of off road diesel. *tr

NoNoN NoneNone19981122

Wheel seals & bearings went out. Had bearings & seals replaced & they went out again. Also wheel hub and spindle might be defective. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone

Left rear fuel tank strap broke causing tank to hang from the truck, strap had hairline crack on inner side below weld, this may have caused extensive fuel leakage, dealer claims this to be a common problem. *mjs

Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1XP5DB9X2VD4317661997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR9X0VN4228601997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9XXVN4289161997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X3VN4361591997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR8XXVD4250311997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5PBEX4VN4336861997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X4VD4239921997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR9X9VD4218601997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DU8XXVN4293661997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5D68X4VD4155281997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB8X9VN4187971997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR8XXVN4346621997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR9X8VD4218511997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB8X9VN4331061997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5D69X6VN4279501997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X6VD4385881997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X9VN4110071997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5D69X4VD4338171997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X0VN4110561997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB8X4VN4331091997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DR8X5VD4370231997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB8X9VD4329471997379DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9XXVN4314891997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XP5DB9X0VN4084021997379MADISON TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES (USA)

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