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Model year

2008 Peterbilt 365

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recalls (18)Complaints (0)Investigations (2)Bulletins (18)
Recall campaigns covering this model year18714k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2008 Peterbilt 365 by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

18 recall campaigns cover the 2008 Peterbilt 365

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2008 Peterbilt 365
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-199Apr 6, 2020In 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…Stability and traction control460,515Software update
15V-309May 26, 2015Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather,…Engine and cooling4,823Software update
15V-132Mar 6, 2015Affected vehicles may be equipped with Tire and Rim Certification Labels that list a tire pressure below the actual correct amountEquipment213,230Label or owner notice
14V-145Mar 25, 2014Affected vehicles were built with 16.5" x 7" front drum brakes and Bendix ES-420 brake linings installed on front axles rated to carry between…Brakes474Repair or modification
13V-593Nov 25, 2013Affected vehicles may be missing required information from the certification label, specifically the tag or pusher axle the gross axle weight…Equipment561Part replacement
11V-380Jul 21, 2011Fast idle control may be activated by the operator while the transmission is in gearElectrical system211Software update
11V-127Feb 23, 2011Oil module centrifugal spinner filter cap in the paccar mx engine may become loose, possibly allowing the cap to come off and engine oil to…Fuel system4,664Repair or modification
10V-308Jul 2, 2010Circumferential weld around the steering shaft tube that welds the splined tube to the non-splined tube may be mislocatedSteering9,697Part replacement
08V-487Sep 23, 2008Inadequate stiffness of the diesel particulate filter (dpf) bracket could result in separation of the dpf from the chassisEngine and cooling4,883Repair or modification
08V-486Sep 22, 2008Fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leakEngine and cooling263Part replacement
08V-104Mar 10, 2008Pintle hitch assemblies may have been manufactured in a manner resulting in a reduction of fatigue strength of the pivot pinsTrailer hitches318Part replacement
08V-065Feb 7, 2008Certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks…Latches and locks6,169Part replacement
08V-002Jan 8, 2008Certain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal…Brakes2,794Part replacement
07V-591Dec 20, 2007On certain kenworth and peterbilt heavy duty trucks equipped with tas-85 trw steering gears, the inner surface of the outer sector shaft teeth of…Steering559Part replacement
07V-287Jul 5, 2007On certain trucks built with cummins ism c876 engines, the electronic control module fails to recognize inputs of the vehicle electronic control…Engine and cooling618Software update
07V-153Apr 10, 2007On certain trucks, if the ignition switch is turned on prior to initial start up in the manufacturing plant or during the filter replacement in…Fuel system306Part replacement
07V-132Mar 22, 2007On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure…Powertrain245Part replacement
06V-490Dec 21, 2006On some peterbilt trucks, certain parts used in the air suspensions have a high copper content causing premature failureSuspension3,246Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2008 Peterbilt 365

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    2 NHTSA investigations on file

    • PE10029 Preliminary evaluation, Powertrain
      Driveshaft separates from tractor
      Opened Aug 2, 2010, closed Dec 23, 2010 · led to a recall
    • EA09008 Engineering analysis, Engine and cooling
      Horton Fan Hub Failures
      Opened May 29, 2009, closed Aug 27, 2010
    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
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    Service bulletins

    18 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • P001 Sep 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      "Kenworth: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 2 chassis added to the chassis list. Peterbilt: Dealers should check the chassis list and SIR weekly for VIN changes. 10 chassis added to the chassis list."
    • 02-160 Feb 10, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only – Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.
    • 32-015 Jun 8, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 incomplete information.
    • 43-067 Jun 10, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (“SOC”) 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 exhaust stack to rota…
    • 11-001 May 29, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
    • 18PBB Apr 30, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Bulletin: Updated with permanent repair path for phase 1 vehicles. The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 18V368. Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136…
    • 20 PBC Apr 15, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash software.
    • 34-085 Mar 3, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 Mar 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
    • 34-085 Feb 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
    • 01-075 Nov 6, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.
    • 34-066 Jun 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
    • 34-077 Apr 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
    • 13-049 Jan 4, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      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 Jul 23, 2018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
    • FRN-808-1 Oct 17, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PETERBILT TRUCKS: THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAY SHUT DOWN DUE TO A POWER SURGE. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE GREEN LIGHT ON THE COMFORTCLASS CONTROL PANEL TURNS TO RED. *PE
    • 808-4 Sep 12, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PETERBILT TRUCKS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CERTAIN PETERBILT TRUCKS MANUFACTURED WITH UNDER TORQUED BRAKE ASSEMBLY MOUNTING BOLTS ON HENDRICKSON 8,000 LB PUSHER AXLES. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. *PE
    • 608-1 Aug 15, 2008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      PETERBILT: TRUCKS BUILT WITH CUMMINS ISL ENGINES BETWEEN 1/16/08-6/10/08. DUE TO A MATERIAL ERROR, CERTAIN VEHICLES ORDERED WITH OPTIONAL C-BRAKE BY CUMMINS (OPTION CODE NUMBER 2812140) DID NOT RECEIVE A C-BRAKE ON THE ENGINE. *PE
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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