2000 Peterbilt 379

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2000 Peterbilt 379
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:03:31.734Z

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Peterbilt 379 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1998: 6 complaints 1998 1999: 5 complaints 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2004: 1 complaints 2005: 7 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016
2000: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19870
19880
19911
19921
19941
19953
19962
19974
19986
19995
200012
20016
20020
20033
20041
20057
20062
20076
20080
20090
20100
20110
20120
20130
20140
20150
20160

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

3 of 12 total reports mention: structure.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

3 of 12 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.

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FRONT DOORS UNLATCH WHILE TRAVELING OVER UNEVEN ROAD SURFACES, DEALER HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL IN FIXING PROBLEM. *SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20010206

FRONT DOORS WILL UNLATCH CAUSING THEM TO OPEN COMPLETELY, DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20010206

SUSPENSION

2 of 12 total reports mention: suspension.

FIRE
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2000 PETERBILT 379 UTILITY TRAILER WHEEL BEARING CAUGHT ON FIRE. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0205-89)*JB UPDATED 08/05/10 *BF UPDATED 9/1/10 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE BEARINGS WENT DRY AND STARTED A GREASE FIRE, NOT THE TIRES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100721

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, air.

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PROBLEMS WITH S CAM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE INSTALLED ON THE TRI AXLE TRUCK. *MR THE PROBLEM WAS COMMON IN OTHER TRUCKS WITH LARGE ENGINES SUCH AS 600 HP AND DANA SPICER DUAL REAR AXLE CONFIGURATION. *SCC *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20031029

THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S BRAKING SYSTEM OPERATED POORLY. THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT ALL FOUR REAR WHEEL BRAKE ASSEMBLIES WERE CRACKED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031022

STEERING

1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010402 — steering

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE BOLTS USED TO SECURE THE STEERING SHAFT CAN FAIL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 2, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE RE

Campaign 01V066000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010622 — latches/locks/linkages

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. A CHANGE IN THE INTERNAL LINKAGE OF CERTAIN CAB DOORS HAS CREATED A POSSIBLE BINDING CONDITION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE DOOR LINKAGE TO CORRECT THE POTENTIAL OF BINDING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 22, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DAT

Campaign 01V179000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010720 — suspension

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CHALMERS 1000 SERIES AND 800 SERIES SUSPENSION KITS. THESE SUSPENSION KITS MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT PENETRATION OF THE WELD ATTACHING THE TORQUE ROD

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL CHALMERS FIXED TORQUE RODS ON THESE VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 27, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE A

Campaign 01V167001 — check if this car was fixed

R 20011024 — steering

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRW TIE ROD ENDS ON CERTAIN MERITOR AXLES. THE TIE ROD AND DRAG LINK BALL STUD ENDS CONTAIN BEARINGS THAT ARE BELOW THE SPECIFIED CASE DEPTH AND/

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE ALL AFFECTED TIE RODS AND DRAG LINKS WITH DIFFERENT DESIGNED ENDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 24, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER

Campaign 01V140006 — check if this car was fixed

R 20020715 — steering

HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRW TIE ROD ENDS ON CERTAIN ARVINMERITOR AND DANA AXLES. PETERBILT WILL RECALL 1,434 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVINMERITOR AXLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 1999, TO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE ALL AFFECTED TIE RODS AND DRAG LINKS WITH DIFFERENT DESIGNED ENDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON

Campaign 02V037003 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030716 — suspension

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRUCK HUB UNITS MANUFACTURED BY SKF EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE ON ARVINMERITOR'S FF98X SERIES NON-DRIVE STEER AXLES, THE HUB UNIT BEARINGS CAN WEAR PREMATURELY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FRONT AXLE HUBS. NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 16, 2003. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ADVISED US THAT PARTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO

Campaign 03V125000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Peterbilt 379 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V066000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V179000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V167001 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V140006 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V037003 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V125000 (suspension) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2000 Peterbilt 379 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Peterbilt 379?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Peterbilt 379 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.