Does the 2008 Peterbilt 389K have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: latches/locks/linkages, service brakes, air, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2008 Peterbilt 389K recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Peterbilt dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Peterbilt 389K?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2008 Peterbilt 389K recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Peterbilt 389K. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Peterbilt been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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2008 Peterbilt 389K recalls, newest first

February 7, 2008NHTSA 08V0650006,169 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary: Paccar is recalling 6,169 my 2008 kenworth T300, T660, T800, T2000, W900 and C500 vehicles and my 2008-2009 peterbilt models 365, 367, 384, 387, 388, 389 and 389 kits. Certain door latch assemblies on these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components." the rotor in some of these door latch assemblies did not receive the proper heat treatment and may be soft.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, force could cause the rotor to crack and the door would not have primary or secondary closing security which could possibly lead to injury of the vehicle occupant.
Remedy: Paccar is working with trimark and will inspect and replace the door latch if it is found to be defective. The recall began on March 14, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 8, 2008NHTSA 08V0020002,794 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: Certain trucks equipped with eaton synflex eclipse brand extruded nylon air brake hose tubing fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses." the tubing was manufactured with only four layers of nylon material, instead of the specified five layers.
Consequence: The diameter of the hose affects the fittings which may allow air to leak from the brakes and create the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the air brake hoses and, if necessary, replace the hoses. The recall began on February 22, 2008. Owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440 or peterbilt at 1-940-591-4196.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 20, 2007NHTSA 07V591000559 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector

Summary: On certain kenworth and peterbilt heavy duty trucks equipped with tas-85 TRW steering gears, the inner surface of the outer sector shaft teeth of the steering gears may have an incorrect involute profile, which may lead to chipping and damage of the gearing system.
Consequence: This type of damage may cause a "bind/stick" condition in the vehicle steering during a turn increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will repair and replace any suspect tas-85 steering gear assembly free of charge. The recall began on January 9, 2008. Owners may contact kenworth at 425-828-5440 and peterbilt at 940-591-4201.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2008 Peterbilt 389K were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2008 Peterbilt 389K have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: latches/locks/linkages, service brakes, air, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Peterbilt 389K recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Peterbilt dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Peterbilt 389K?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.