2008 PETERBILT 384 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2008 PETERBILT 384 has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owner reports mostly focus on recalls related to steering column issues, fuel system components, engine software, and electronic stability controls.
There are 6 recalls affecting multiple systems including the steering column, fuel system, engine, and electronic stability control. These recalls address potential safety risks such as loss of steering control, engine fires, unintended acceleration, and malfunctioning ABS warning lights.
Recalls- Steering column. NHTSA recall 10V308000 affects 9,697 trucks. The circumferential weld on the steering shaft may be mislocated, possibly causing separation of the splined and non-splined tubes. This can result in loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Dealers inspect and replace faulty shafts free of charge.
- Fuel system. NHTSA recall 11V127000 covers 4,664 trucks with Paccar MX engines. The oil module filter cap may loosen and discharge oil onto hot exhaust components, risking fire. Dealers re-torque the cap and add a secondary retention device at no cost.
- Engine software. NHTSA recall 11V380000 involves 211 trucks with Paccar MX engines and specific transmissions. The fast idle control may activate with the transmission in gear, causing unexpected acceleration and overriding the parking brake. Dealers update engine software free of charge.
- Engine crankcase ventilation. NHTSA recall 15V309000 impacts 4,823 trucks equipped with Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive crankcase pressure may detach the vent tube elbow, allowing oil contact with hot surfaces, increasing fire risk. Repairs include securing the elbow and reprogramming the ECM, provided free by Cummins.
- Electronic stability control (ESC). NHTSA recall 20V199000 affects 460,515 vehicles. The ABS warning light may fail to illuminate if battery or ignition power is lost, resulting in undetected ABS failure. Dealers update NAMUX software in the cab control module at no cost. This recall carries no "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory.
- ABS warning light. Also under NHTSA recall 20V199000, this defect involves the same affected vehicles and conditions as the ESC recall. The dash may not alert the driver to ABS loss, increasing crash risk. Dealers perform the same software update free of charge.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety recall issues on the 2008 PETERBILT 384 may wish to explore their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting a legal professional can provide guidance tailored to individual situations.
2008 PETERBILT 384 Summary
2008
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
479910
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2008 PETERBILT 384
460515 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) loses battery and/or ignition power to the controller, the dash warning light for the ABS may not illuminate to warn the driver of the loss of ABS. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems," and 136, "Electronic Stability Control System on Heavy Vehicles."
Risk: If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2008 PETERBILT 384
4823 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Kenworth T440, T800, and W900 trucks manufactured August 31, 2009, to April 20, 2015, and 2008-2015 Peterbilt 320, 337, 348, 365, 382, and 384 trucks manufactured July 27, 2007, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
Risk: If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
2008 PETERBILT 384
211 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 KENWORTH T660, T700, AND T800 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2010, THROUGH MAY 13, 2011, AND MODEL YEAR 2008, 2010, AND 2011 PETERBILT 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388 AND 587 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 2010, THROUGH JUNE 11, 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH PACCAR MX ENGINES AND EATON ULTRASHIFT DM OR ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS (WITHOUT AUTO-NEUTRAL). THE FAST IDLE CONTROL MAY BE ACTIVATED BY THE OPERATOR WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN GEAR.
Risk: IF THE FAST IDLE CONTROL FUNCTION IS ENGAGED WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN GEAR, THE VEHICLE COULD UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATE AND OVERRIDE THE PARKING BRAKE AND , CREATING A RISK OF A CRASH AND DAMAGE TO OTHER VEHICLES OR PROPERTY AND THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.
2008 PETERBILT 384
4664 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 KENWORTH T2000, T660, T700, T800, AND W900, AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 PETERBILT 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, AND 587 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH PACCAR MX ENGINES. THE OIL MODULE CENTRIFUGAL SPINNER FILTER CAP IN THE PACCAR MX ENGINE MAY BECOME LOOSE, POSSIBLY ALLOWING THE CAP TO COME OFF AND ENGINE OIL TO PARTIALLY DISCHARGE FROM THE OIL MODULE ONTO EXHAUST COMPONENTS.
Risk: THE DISCHARGE OF ENGINE OIL ONTO EXHAUST COMPONENTS WHICH ARE HOT, SUCH AS WHEN THE ENGINE IS UNDER SIGNIFICANT LOAD, MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
2008 PETERBILT 384
9697 vehicles affected
STEERING:COLUMN
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRW STEERING SHAFTS. THE CIRCUMFERENTIAL WELD AROUND THE STEERING SHAFT TUBE THAT WELDS THE SPLINED TUBE TO THE NON-SPLINED TUBE MAY BE MISLOCATED. MISLOCATION OF THE CIRCUMFERENTIAL WELD MAY ALLOW THE SPLINED TUBE AND NON-SPLINED TUBE TO ROTATE RELATIVE TO ONE ANOTHER DURING A LOW SPEED, HIGH TORQUE TURN, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A SEPARATION OF THE TWO TUBES.
Risk: A SEPARATION OF THE SPLINED AND NON-SPLINED TUBES WOULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.