Peterbilt 567 and 579 Trucks: Fuel Tank Puncture Risk from Loose U-bolts
PACCAR is recalling 2021-2024 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks. U-bolts securing the air tank can contact and wear through the fuel tank over time. A punctured tank can leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural fuel-system defect where U-bolts can puncture the fuel tank, creating risk of fuel leakage and potential fire. However, the source text reports no actual injuries, accidents, or property damage, and the hazardous consequences remain theoretical, keeping this at the High classification.
Plain-English summary
PACCAR Incorporated is recalling certain 2021-2024 Peterbilt 567 and 579 trucks. The U-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis may contact the fuel tank and, over time, wear a hole in the tank. A punctured fuel tank can leak fuel, creating a serious risk of fire.
The recall affects Peterbilt 567 trucks from model years 2021 through 2024 and Peterbilt 579 trucks from model years 2021 through 2024. Approximately 1,315 vehicles are affected.
Peterbilt dealers will inspect and trim the U-bolts and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2023. Owners should contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4220 to schedule service. You can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- 2021 PETERBILT 567
- Brand
- PETERBILT
- Manufacturer
- PACCAR Incorporated
- Category
- Vehicle — Commercial Truck
- Hazard
- fuel-leak
- fire-risk
- structural-defect
- Affected units
- 1,315
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- 567
- 579
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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