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Peterbilt 579 · 2021

9 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V906000·2021-11-19

    PACCAR recalls Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for brake system defect

    PACCAR is recalling approximately 908 Peterbilt and Kenworth commercial trucks from 2019-2022 for a brake defect that may cause unintended vehicle movement during winching operations. Software updates will be provided free of charge.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 389, 579, W990, 537
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V648000·2021-08-19

    Peterbilt 2021-2022 Commercial Trucks Recalled for Brake System Clearance Defect

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2021-2022 Peterbilt commercial trucks due to insufficient clearance in the Hill Start Assist valve assembly, which may damage the rear brake hose and disable rear braking. Dealers will inspect and repair the assembly free of charge.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT 389, 567, 367, 579
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V328000·2021-05-10

    2021 Peterbilt Brake Chamber Defect May Increase Crash Risk

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2021 Peterbilt 348 and 579 vehicles due to brake chamber defects. Incorrectly assembled springs may cause pressure loss and increase crash risk.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT 579, 348
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V915000·2024-12-09

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks Recalled for Faulty Electronic Control Units

    PACCAR is recalling 2021-2025 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks with defective electronic control units that may fail due to electrical interference, potentially disabling critical safety systems including ABS, traction control, and electronic stability control.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 348, W990, 365, 548
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V190000·2024-03-20

    PACCAR gear shifter stalk connectors may lose communication with the transmission

    PACCAR is recalling certain Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks because improperly crimped gear shifter stalk connectors may cause a loss of communication. 70,509 units affected.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T280, T380, T480, T880
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V653000·2023-09-27

    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.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT 579, 567
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V00N000·2021-12-29

    Kenworth and Peterbilt Commercial Trucks Recalled for Methane Detection System Failure

    PACCAR is recalling approximately 1,107 Kenworth and Peterbilt commercial trucks (2016–2022) due to methane detection system power loss. If the system loses electrical power, operators may not detect dangerous methane levels, increasing fire and injury risk.

    Product
    KENWORTH — KENWORTH, PETERBILT T680, T880, 567, 536
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V080000·2021-02-17

    2021-2022 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks recalled for improperly torqued flywheel attachment

    PACCAR is recalling certain 2021-2022 Kenworth and Peterbilt heavy trucks equipped with Cummins X15 engines. The flywheel attachment capscrews may be improperly torqued, risking flywheel detachment and loss of drive power.

    Product
    PETERBILT — PETERBILT, KENWORTH 389, 567, T800B, W900
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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