2014 Peterbilt 389K recalls and problems

The 2014 Peterbilt 389K has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2014 compares

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1recalls
0complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
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1 recall

Electrical System

May 28, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V222000 · 1,773 vehicles

Problem: PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured May 6, 2013, through May 17, 2013; and model year 2014 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 389K, 567, 579 and 587 trucks manufactured May 1, 2013 through May 17, 2013. An internal defect in the ignition switch causes the starter to engage when a key is partially inserted, before the key is turned.

Risk: Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

Remedy & notes

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace affected ignition switches, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Kenworth's recall campaign number is 13KWF. Peterbilt's recall campaign number is 0513-E.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2014 vs. other Peterbilt 389K years

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Questions

Does the 2014 Peterbilt 389K have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2014 Peterbilt 389K, the latest from May 28, 2013 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Peterbilt 389K?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Peterbilt 389K.