Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1999 Peterbilt 387
NHTSA data on file today
The 1999 Peterbilt 387 has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file as of . try.vin has no NHTSA owner complaints on file for the 1999 Peterbilt 387. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #03V125000 PACCAR/ARVINMERITOR/SKF/FRONT AXLE HUBS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V037003 PACCAR/ARVINMERITOR/TRW TIE ROD ENDS (20EDL) NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V140006 PACCAR/TRW TIE ROD ENDS (20EDL) NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V131000 PACCAR/RFIM ELECTRICAL NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V044005 PACCAR/TRW STEERING SYSTEMS/TIE ROD NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V185000 PACCAR/SIDE FAIRING HINGE BAR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V017000 PACCAR/THROTTLE/BRAKE PEDAL NHTSA notice
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
There are no owner complaints on file suggesting possible under-reporting, but there are seven recall campaigns indicating some systemic issues, particularly in suspension, steering, and fuel systems. The recalls address significant components, though common failures from user data are not well documented.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Linkages | Unknown | $1,000–$2,500 | occasional |
| Front Hub | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | occasional |
| Wiring System | Unknown | $200–$800 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspection and service
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Exhaust system inspection
- Fuel system cleaning
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loose steering feel
- Worn tie rod ends
- Rust near fuel tank
- Unusual brake pedal feel
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1999 Peterbilt 387 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.