25
recalls
The Peterbilt 385 has 25 recalls covering 350,859 vehicles as reported; model year 2008 is covered by the most (7).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
25
Most for 2008: 7
Units affected
351K
As reported
Overall stars
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Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Peterbilt 385 by component
- Steering6 · 13K units
- Suspension4 · 4,260 units
- Power train3 · 13K units
- Service brakes, air3 · 5,546 units
- Trailer hitches3 · 10K units
- Equipment2 · 214K units
- Electrical system1 · 272 units
- Engine and engine cooling1 · 31K units
Peterbilt 385 recalls
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Questions and answers
Is the 2016 Peterbilt 385 recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 2016 Peterbilt 385. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Peterbilt 385 have?
25 recalls cover the Peterbilt 385, for 350,859 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (6 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.