2020 PETERBILT 579

6 recalls, 5 complaints - 118 TSBs

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Kenworth T270, T370, T440, T470, T660, T680, T880, T800, W900, W990; and 2018-2020 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 389, 520, 567, and 579 vehicles. The Dana D-Series axle steer arm fasteners that attach the steering arm to the steering ... Read more

Consequence

Fastener failure can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace and torque the steer arm fasteners, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 22 PBB and 22 KWB.

17,641 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Peterbilt 567, 579, 2021-2022 Peterbilt 536, 2017-2021 Kenworth T880, 2016-2022 Kenworth T680, 2018-2020 Kenworth T440, 2020 Kenworth T270, and 2021 Kenworth T280 vehicles. The methane detection system will not function if the system loses... Read more

Consequence

The operator may be unaware of a system malfunction or the presence of excessive methane levels, increasing the risk of injury or fire.

Remedy

Dealers will re-wire the warning alarm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220, and Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888. PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWH and 21PBN.

1,107 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Kenworth T880, W990, Peterbilt 567, 579, 389, and 2022 Peterbilt 536, 537 wrecker and auto hauler vehicles. The work brake (winch brake) may unintentionally disengage the service brakes during winching operations, causing the vehicle to ro... Read more

Consequence

Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 3, 2022. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 (Kenworth); or 1-940-591-4220 (Peterbilt). PACCAR's numbers for this recall are 21KWG and 21PBM.

908 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Peterbilt 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles equipped with a left-hand under hood jumper terminal (option code 2539410). The positive battery jumper terminal cable may be too long, allowing it to chafe against the left front suspension spring... Read more

Consequence

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery jumper terminal cables, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 20PBA.

35,671 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

VISIBILITY

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. The conspicuity tape may have been installed in the incorrect location, affecting the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requir... Read more

Consequence

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install additional conspicuity tape on back of sleeper in correct location, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 19PBE.

248 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

Defect Description

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 520 and 579 vehicles and Kenworth T680, T880 and W990 vehicles. The mirror glass may detach from the mirror carrier plate due to inadequate adhesion.

Consequence

If the mirror glass detaches, the driver may have reduced visibility and the mirror glass will become a road hazard that may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the upper mirror glass/mirror carrier, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Kenworth owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt owners may call 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number... Read more

3,907 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

Complaint Statistics

5 total complaints 1 crashes

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)	1
POWER TRAIN	1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	1
STEERING	1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	1

Incident date: Mar 13, 2026

The 2022 ioniq 5 was bought used with 43k MI and within 2k miles of driving in 50-85F climate and 7kwh l2 charging I witnessed the orange check EV light flash while I was driving on the highway. I exited and powrr cycled the car and the EV light remained. The next morning the orange check EV light ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 17, 2024

A car from the other side made an illegal left turn in front of me, and I braked very early, yet still slid into them. The car had been inspected at the time at the collision center, and had DTC codes from before repair and after repair, showing the Integrated Brake systems had failures before and a... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Dec 18, 2023

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she observed white smoke coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determin... Read more

Incident date: Dec 18, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with brake pressure failure on the braking system. The contac... Read more

Incident date: Sep 17, 2020

EOA SUPPORT BRACKET BROKE OFF AND THE EOA MANIFOLD FELL INTO THE DRIVE SHAFT CAUSING THE LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE. THE TRUCK WAS ON THE INSTATE IN THE CITY.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 PETERBILT 579

118 manufacturer communications from 72 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	19
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	17
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	15
160000 STRUCTURE	11
100000 POWER TRAIN	10
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	8
130000 VISIBILITY	5
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR	4

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Fix As Fail Updated: Two part numbers added: 1818119 DPF Delta Pressure Sensors for MX-13-2 EMY18 2200138 DPF Delta Pressure Sensors for MX-13 -2, EMY19 Per Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) regulations and guidance (Canadi

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

A testing procedure has been created for the coolant level sensor on model 520.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

For all Peterbilt chassis equipped with an air shifted PTO. Oil from the air shift cover of the PTO may leak into the air line, causing the EOA solenoid to become inoperative.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Certain 579 MLU chassis equipped with Cummins X15 engines have fan hub bracket hardware that are incorrect for the application and/or under torqued and could become loose and/or fail. Procedures are available to replace and properly torque

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Fix-as-Fail - HVAC Intermittently Stops Blowing Cold Air

130000 VISIBILITY

Fix-as-Fail - HVAC Intermittently Stops Blowing Cold Air

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Fix-as-Fail - HVAC Intermittently Stops Blowing Cold Air

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Certain 579 chassis are eligible to receive production level Digital Display software, Digital Display, Lane Keep Assist MUX switches, and Kick Panel.

160000 STRUCTURE

Certain 579 chassis are eligible to receive production level Digital Display software, Digital Display, Lane Keep Assist MUX switches, and Kick Panel.

130000 VISIBILITY

Fix As Fail a?? Certain 579, and New Model 579 chassis that were manufactured with a Bendix forward looking camera system may experience bracket failure causing the bracket and camera to fall from the windshield.

160000 STRUCTURE

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Fix As Fail a?? All New Model 579 chassis with Bendix radar opti on may have a harness rub against the radiator that is causing possible damage.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fix As Fail a?? All New Model 579 chassis with Bendix radar opti on may have a harness rub against the radiator that is causing possible damage.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fix As Fail a?? Chassis that were manufactured with certain battery cable routing brackets may experience rubbing or chafing of the battery cables.

160000 STRUCTURE

Fix As Fail a?? Chassis that were manufactured with certain battery cable routing brackets may experience rubbing or chafing of the battery cables.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This campaign is the final opportunity to replace the oil filter screw cap to reduce occurrences of broken bypass valve tabs. Broken oil valve tabs can cause oil flow obstruction to critical engine parts, resulting in serious engine damage.

081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

21PBN a?? LNG/CNG Methane Detecti on System Will Not Warn Operator if System Loses Power a?? NHTSA ID:21V00N, TC: 2021-793

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

21PBN a?? LNG/CNG Methane Detecti on System Will Not Warn Operator if System Loses Power a?? NHTSA ID:21V00N, TC: 2021-793

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Info Only - PACCAR is introducing Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates for engine MY17 and newer chassis equipped with Cummins X15, X12, ISX12, ISX12N, L9N, PX-7, and PX-9 engines The technology will leverage the existing Remote Diagnostic c

020000 SUSPENSION

Fix-As-Fail On certain chassis with Low Air Leaf Suspension or Low-Low Air Leaf Suspension, the Height Control Valve (HCV) arm may be rubbing on other components when the bend in the arm is facing outboard. Flipping the bend in the HCV arm

160000 STRUCTURE

Fix-As-Fail: Forces being applied to the split fender and fairing structure are causing the connection to crack and potentially separate. Reinforcement brackets secure the connection and prevent separation.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

The service information for Bendix Air Dryer maintenance is being updated to include new procedures.

160000 STRUCTURE

A roof fairing reinforcement kit increases structural support for one-piece 579 roof fairings that are experiencing fatigue from external forces such as reverse towing.

350000 EQUIPMENT

A roof fairing reinforcement kit increases structural support for one-piece 579 roof fairings that are experiencing fatigue from external forces such as reverse towing.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Fix-As-FailA a?? A hill start assist (HSA) valve plumbing revision eliminates ice buildup in the HSA valve exhaust in cold weather.A

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Fix-As-FailA a?? A hill start assist (HSA) valve plumbing revision eliminates ice buildup in the HSA valve exhaust in cold weather.A

350000 EQUIPMENT

Fix-As-FailA a?? A hill start assist (HSA) valve plumbing revision eliminates ice buildup in the HSA valve exhaust in cold weather.A

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Fix-As-FailA a?? A hill start assist (HSA) valve plumbing revision eliminates ice buildup in the HSA valve exhaust in cold weather.A

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The Turbo Inlet Elbow is susceptible to tearing, potentially allowing dust to enter the engine. The Turbo Inlet Elbow will be replaced with an improved part.

350000 EQUIPMENT

The Turbo Inlet Elbow is susceptible to tearing, potentially allowing dust to enter the engine. The Turbo Inlet Elbow will be replaced with an improved part.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

A frame mounted left-hand marker light bracket interferes with the rear fuel tank fill location. A redesigned bracket can be purchased that relocates the marker bracket to the front fuel tank bracket to eliminate interference.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

350000 EQUIPMENT

Due to major data carriers phasing out 3G networks, chassis currently utilizing first generation Peoplenet Mobile Gateway (PMG001) will experience severe 3G service degradation as early as January of 2022. Chassis currently utilizing 3G ant

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Retrofit - The emissions exemption will be expiring on 5/15/2022 for certain pre-production vehicles equipped with PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 EPA 2021 Emissions engines. Production-level components are now available to make these vehicles compl

081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Interim Safety RecallA a?? Methane detection system will not warn the operator if the system loses power. The driver could be unaware of an issue with the methane detection system or excessive methane present, increasing the risk of a fire,

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

100000 POWER TRAIN

Non-Safety Campaign:A Eaton Endurant transmissions may experience premature Main Drive Gear damage due to clutch housing and main case countershaft bearing bore wear. A Clutch Housing Front Cover Kit will be installed to address the issue.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

??A?A?Safety Recall ??A?A? Work Brake May Unintentionally Disengage ??A?A? NHTSA ID: 21V906, TC: 2021-713. The work brake (also known as winch brake) may unintentionally disengage during winching operations, releasing the service brakes, in

100000 POWER TRAIN

Non-Safety Campaign: a??Drivers of vehicles equipped with PACCAR TX-12 transmissions may experience harsh shifts and gear grinding noise. Premature Main Drive Gear damage may occur due to clutch housing and main case countershaft bearing bo

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Non-Safety Campaign - Vehicles with a Cummins X15 engine and Horton fan drive may set Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 6637 and/or 3838 due to fan speed that results in the fan remaining activated until the power is cycled. A new controller wi

062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

119210 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Fix-As-Fail a?? Due to undersupply issues, only a limited supply of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors are available. As a temporary solution, after PACCAR confirms a DEF sensor is not available, a temporary software update will allow a veh

160000 STRUCTURE

Information Only - Rear axle Quarter Fenders with less than two inches of clearance between the top of the quarter fender and the bottom of the trailer/equipment are susceptible to damage. The lack of clearance could result in cracked/broke

100000 POWER TRAIN

a??Safety RecallA a??A Hill Start Assist (HSA) Valve Clearance a?? NHTSA ID: 21V-648, TC: 2021-521. Crossmember mounted Hill Start Assist valve may not have sufficient clearance to the rear axle, resulting in hose or fitting damage. Damage

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Fix-as-Fail: Radio does not mute when truck with auto trans is placed in reverse. Software flash resolves issue.

118410 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SOFTWARE

Fix-as-Fail: Radio does not mute when truck with auto trans is placed in reverse. Software flash resolves issue.

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

a??Safety Recall a?? TSE Brake Chamber Air Leak a?? NHTSA ID: 21V328. Meritor brake chambers were built with a misaligned park spring, which may cause a fatigue hole in the diaphragm and an internal air leak. The affected brake chambers wil

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Safety Recall a?? Interim Notification - The Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may turn off while the vehicle is in motion and the headlamps, fog lamps or turn signals are not on. This is non-compliant with Canadian Regulation CMVSS 108, which s

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

a??Non-Safety Campaign -A Certain Peterbilt Model 579 vehicles may have an incorrect blind spot sensor installed on the right-hand side.

160000 STRUCTURE

Non-Safety Campaign- Chassis Fairings become loose and rattle.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Safety Campaign - Cummins Engine Flywheel Capscrews improperly torqued. Cummins Recall C2402.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Safety Campaign - Cummins Engine Flywheel Capscrews improperly torqued. Cummins Recall C2402.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Non-Safety Campaign a?? The batteries may drain quickly due to the VECU not going to sleep. Updated VECU software is available to resolve the issue.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Non-Safety Campaign a?? Chassis with the City Horn option may generate unexpected alerts. A VECU software update is available to resolve the issue.

130000 VISIBILITY

Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Information Only a?? Windshield washer pumps have a high No Trouble Found rate. Washer pumps may fail to spray due to a clogged filter.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of PACCAR transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Non-safety campaign: Vehicles equipped with an Eaton Endurant 12 speed transmission may experience transmission service lamp activation, no gear engagement from neutral, and/or DTC 511 FMI 7 or 10 is set. Resolution is to update the transm

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

100000 POWER TRAIN

Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Fix-As-Fail - Prior versions of Eaton Endurant transmission software may be prone to setting Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) fault codes leading to possible LCA hardware replacement.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fix as Fail The HVAC system, on model 579 and 567 vehicles manufactured since 1/20/2012 may have inadequate temperature control. The HVAC may intermittently stop blowing cold air, typically after a truck restart. Driver may notice the syst

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has introduced an improved mounting bracket for low mount air tanks for vehicles built between January 01, 2017 and July 06, 2020. Torsional vibration may stress the currently-installed brackets and cause them to fai

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

160000 STRUCTURE

Information only: In 2020, Peterbilt and Kenworth began using the same M10, M12, M16, and M20 frame fasteners on all vehicles. Torque specifications for these fasteners are different from previous fasteners.

350000 EQUIPMENT

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined that certain model 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks, built between 4/13/2010 and 3/16/2020 and equipped with a flush mounted battery box, utilized rubber washers that co

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Fix-As-Fail - Bendix New-Gen Lightweight Steer Axle Drum Brake Spider Cracking

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Fix as Fail: For all conventional models, except 387/587, equipped with Side-of-Cab (a??SOCa??) 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

160000 STRUCTURE

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 incomplet

100000 POWER TRAIN

Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

"Safety Recall: NHTSA recall number is 20V130. A defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, may exist in certain Model 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles manufactured between April 18, 2014 and March 09, 2020 with a left-hand under hood

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: Peterbilt has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, may exist in certain Model 365, 389, 567, and 579 vehicles manufactured between April 18, 2014 and September 30, 2019 with a left-ha

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined in model 567 and 579 vehicles built after 2011, the door harnesses may fail due to repeated door open and close cycles. Resolution is to replace the door harness with a more robust designed harness if

350000 EQUIPMENT

Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.

130000 VISIBILITY

Fix as Fail: Certain model 567 and 579 vehicles may have been built with a windshield seal that could delaminate. Vehicles built from 9/27/2019 through 2/06/2020 with windshield Julian date codes between 263 of 2019 and 031 of 2020 could b

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Information Only: The AutoStart System Test does not recognize the hood opening and closing when running the test on a model 579 or 567 chassis equipped with a VECU software version 9.8 and 9.9. The issue will be fixed on a future VECU sof

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined that model 567 and 579 vehicles built after January 01, 2013 and equipped with Espar fuel fire heater and SmartAir may have temperature overshoot issue. User may experience higher sleeper interior temp

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Fix as Fail: Peterbilt has determined that certain models 567 and 579 vehicles built after January 01, 2013 with an Espar fuel fire heater and SmartAir may have an auto On/Off malfunction at lower temperatures. User may experience lack of

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Information Only - Vehicles built with NAMUX software from 2013 to present may experience accuracy issues with the tachometer. The issue can be temporarily resolved using any one of the included procedures.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Fix-As-Fail - DEA5XX radio may be locked in the ON position or stuck in hi volume. A software update is available to resolve this issue.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Information Only: This bulletin provides guidance for repairing an air-conditioning system after internal failure of the A/C compressor.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Safety Recall: A regulatory non-compliance, may exist in certain model 579 vehicles manufactured between 8/26/2019 and 9/12/2019. On certain trucks, the reflective conspicuity tape on the back wall of the sleeper box was installed in incor

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Information Only ??A?A? This bulletin provides information about the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Periodic Smoke Inspection Program (PSIP) and Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program (HDVIP).

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PETERBILT 579 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PETERBILT 579 across all model years (2006, 2027).

159 Total Recalls

57 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

2 Reported Crashes

5 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

PETERBILT 579 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2027	3	0	View
2026	2	1	View
2025	7	0	View
2024	7	3	View
2023	11	3	View
2022	15	9	View
2021	9	1	View
2020 (current)	6	5
2019	8	4	View
2018	14	12	View
2017	13	3	View
2016	11	4	View
2015	9	6	View
2014	12	5	View
2013	13	1	View
2012	6	0	View
2011	4	0	View
2010	3	0	View
2009	2	0	View
2008	2	0	View
2007	1	0	View
2006	1	0	View

Other PETERBILT Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
567	326	11	View
389	271	34	View
367	260	0	View
365	259	1	View
520	234	4	View
548	202	0	View
348	158	0	View
320	154	7	View

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