2009 PETERBILT 587

3 recalls, 0 complaints - 29 TSBs

20V199000 Apr 6, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Peterbilt 330, 335, 337, 340, 348, 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, 567, 579 and 587 vehicles and 2008-2020 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 vehicles equipped with NAMUX Software. In the event that the Anti-lo... Read more
Consequence
If the driver unknowingly operates the vehicle without the ABS functioning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will update the NAMUX software within the cab control module, free of charge. PACCAR issued owners an interim notification on June 4, 2020. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5888 or Peterbilt customer se... Read more
460,515 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
15V132000 Mar 6, 2015
TIRES
Defect Description
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Peterbilt 587, 579, 567, 389, 388, 387, 385, 382, 379, 378, 367, 365 and 357 trucks manufactured July 25, 2005, to February 26, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with Tire and Rim Certification Labels that list a tire ... Read more
Consequence
If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) load listed without experiencing tire failure which would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Peterbilt will notify owners and mail them a corrected Tire and Rim certification label, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 215-D.
213,230 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated
11V127000 Feb 23, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 KENWORTH T2000, T660, T700, T800, AND W900, AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 PETERBILT 365, 367, 384, 386, 387, 388, 389, AND 587 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH PACCAR MX ENGINES. THE OIL MODULE CENTRIFUGAL SPINNER FILTER CAP IN THE PACCAR MX ENGINE MAY BECOME ... Read more
Consequence
THE DISCHARGE OF ENGINE OIL ONTO EXHAUST COMPONENTS WHICH ARE HOT, SUCH AS WHEN THE ENGINE IS UNDER SIGNIFICANT LOAD, MAY CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL RE-TORQUE THE OIL MODULE FILTER CAP AND INSTALL A SECONDARY RETENTION DEVICE ON THE SECONDARY CENTRIFUGAL SPINNER FILTER CAP. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440 AND PET... Read more
4,664 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PACCAR INCORPORATED

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 PETERBILT 587

29 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
350000 EQUIPMENT4
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM2
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY2
160000 STRUCTURE2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY2
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
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.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
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.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
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.
02-160 Feb 10, 2021
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.
02-158 Aug 25, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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
02-158 Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
02-158 Aug 25, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
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
02-158 Aug 25, 2020
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
43-067 Jun 10, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
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
43-067 Jun 10, 2020
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
32-015 Jun 8, 2020
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
11-001 May 29, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Information only: Hendrickson Softek front axle maintenance intervals and requirements.
20 PBC Apr 15, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash softwa
20 PBC Apr 15, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash softwa
20 PBC Apr 15, 2020
046600 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash softwa
20 PBC Apr 15, 2020
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Safety Recall Interim Bulletin: The Tractor ABS Lamp May Not Illuminate When ABS Controller Loses Battery and/or Ignition Power. NHTSA recall number is 20V199 Non compliance to FMVSS and CMVSS 121 and 136. Resolution is to Reflash softwa
32-016 Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information Only: Proper jump-starting voltage will eliminate high voltage related issues and equipment damage.
34-085 Mar 3, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085 Mar 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only a?? Vehicles may have the connector seals on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to water intrusion and corrosion in some vehicles.
34-085 Feb 28, 2020
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
34-085 Feb 28, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only: Vehicles may have the connector seal on the wheel speed sensor incorrectly installed, which may lead to sensor corrosion.
01-075 Nov 6, 2019
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.
34-066 Jun 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information Only - Quick Reference Guide for Electric harness damage repairs.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
34-077 Apr 8, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Information Only: Proper instructions for closure of power distribution box cover to prevent corrosion.
13-049 Jan 4, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information: Bendix ACOM Software version 6.16.5.0 for diagnostics may introduce an unrecoverable error. Notice to dealers to replace this version with older software version until Bendix introduces new version.
03-064 Jul 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Information - Recommended Practices for Updating ESA Software
15-16 Sep 27, 2017
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Fix-As-Fail: Repair for horizontal exhaust diffuser configurations with broken brackets or cracked diffuser.
116-1 Jul 13, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SmartNav 2.0 Hardware retrofit for quality validation and vehicle validation units.

PETERBILT 587 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PETERBILT 587 across all model years (2006, 2019).

69 Total Recalls
9 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
2 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

PETERBILT 587 - Year by Year

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2017 5 1 View
2016 6 0 View
2015 6 0 View
2014 9 0 View
2013 9 4 View
2012 8 4 View
2011 5 0 View
2010 4 0 View
2009 (current) 3 0
2008 4 0 View
2007 2 0 View
2006 1 0 View

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