2015 PETERBILT 385Peterbilt 385 2015

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2015 PETERBILT 385, 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
PETERBILT1XP Diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 2015 PETERBILT 385 produced?
     - The 2015 PETERBILT 385 is produced in Denton Texas, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2015 PETERBILT 385?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 2015 PETERBILT 385, additional information is below.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2015 PETERBILT 385?
     - The 2015 PETERBILT 385 has a GVWR of Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) lbs.
  • How much horsepower does the 2015 PETERBILT 385 have?
     - The 2015 PETERBILT 385 has 380 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 117380 [USA]: If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) load listed without experiencing tire failure which would increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 2015095 [Canada]: Label

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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.

  • 13-060 - BRAKES (PWS): The service information for bendix air dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.
  • FRN715-1 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE: Instrumentation - smartnav 2.0 software update - peterbilt vehicles manufactured between july 01, 2015 through november 12, 2015 with the smartnav 2.0 system have some smartnav features, including truck navigation and bluetooth phone servic
  • FRN215-3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Hvac - sleeper heater o-ring coolant leak phase 2 - peterbilt has determined that vehicles built between 08/01/2013 and 08/01/2014 and were manufactured fwith a sleeper heater may have sleeper heater o-rings that are incompatible with the e
  • 02-160 - EQUIPMENT: Information only ⿿ windshield washer pumps have a high no trouble found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
  • 13-054 - BRAKES (PWS): Fix-as-fail - bendix new-gen lightweight steer axle drum brake spider cracking
  • 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
  • 43-067 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Fix as fail: for all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with side-of-cab (a??Soca??) exhaust and built from 03/6/2006 to 1/20/2020, the clamps that secure the soc exhaust stacks may not be tightened properly. This may allow the
  • 11-001 - POWER TRAIN: Information only: hendrickson softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
  • 43-066 - STRUCTURE: Def tank covers may become loose and potentially crack on vehicles built before october 2019 with def tank part number m86-6221-003**(tank-def medium assy) and m86-6222-003**(tank-def large, assy). Resolution is to resolve the vibration on
  • 34-085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only ⿿ vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
  • 32-016 - EQUIPMENT: Information only: proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
  • 34-085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information only: vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
  • 03-071 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Information only - vehicles built with namux software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.
  • 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.
  • TIB43-062 - EQUIPMENT: Information only â¿¿ this bulletin provides information about the california air resources board (carb) periodic smoke inspection program (psip) and heavy duty vehicle inspection program (hdvip).
  • 42-056 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fix-as-fail -??A? Composite fittings used in the cooling system may crack, resulting in coolant leaks. Brass fittings are available to replace the composite fittings.
  • 42-058 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Fix-as-fail: two separate causes have been identified as root cause of intermittent low coolant indicator illumination.
  • 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
  • 7-17 - WHEELS:HUB: Fix-as-fail ? There is an updated plug to fix leaking steer axle hubcaps.
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

1 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 TypeMDHD: Conventional
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
Brake System TypeAir
DisplacementCC12900.0
DisplacementCI787.20629882204
DisplacementL12.9
Drive Type6x4
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Engine Cycles4
Engine Cylinders6
EngineHP380
EngineHP_to510
EngineKW283.3660
Engine ManufacturerPACCAR
Engine ModelMX/MX-13
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
Model385
ModelID2041
Model Year2015
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
VIN1XPGDP9X2FD211907
Vehicle Descriptor1XPGDP9X*FD
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1XPGDP9X9FD2119072015385DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)
1XPGDP9X2FD2119072015385DENTON TEXAS, UNITED STATES (USA)

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