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Peterbilt 579 Recalls

Select a model year to see manufacturer recalls on file with NHTSA for the Peterbilt 579, updated live.

Recalls at a glance

NHTSA has 41 different recalls on file for the Peterbilt 579, model years 2018 to 2027. The newest one was reported on August 21, 2026. One recall can cover more than one model year, so the yearly numbers below add up to more than 41. This summary was saved from NHTSA data on October 13, 2026.

Recalls on file by model year, Peterbilt 579
Model yearRecalls on file
20273
20262
20257
20247
202311
202215
20219
20206
20198
201814

Parts and systems recalled most often

  • Electrical System: 7 recalls
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC): 5 recalls
  • Steering: 5 recalls
  • Fuel System, Diesel: 3 recalls
  • Power Train: 3 recalls

Newest recalls

  • Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/CoolerAugust 21, 2026 · NHTSA 26V544

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt 567, 579, 589 and 2027 Kenworth T680, T880, and W990 vehicles. The seat ventilation harness may be missing heat-shrink, resulting in a short circuit.

  • Electrical System:Wiring:Power Distribution Module/IpdmJuly 27, 2026 · NHTSA 26V485

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2027 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.

  • Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Quick Release ValveJuly 8, 2026 · NHTSA 26V442

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Peterbilt 579 and 2027 Kenworth T680 tractors.

  • Exterior Lighting:Lighting Control Module:SoftwareJune 26, 2025 · NHTSA 25V436

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Kenworth T480, T680, T880, W990, Peterbilt 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, 589, 2025 Kenworth T180, Peterbilt 535, 2025-2026 Kenworth T280, T380 and L770 vehicles.

  • Electrical System:Propulsion SystemMarch 24, 2025 · NHTSA 25V181

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Peterbilt 520, 579, and 2021-2025 Kenworth T680 trucks. The high voltage (HV) contactors may open, causing a sudden loss of high voltage and a loss of drive power.

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/ModuleDecember 10, 2024 · NHTSA 24V915

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Peterbilt and Kenworth vehicles, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.

  • Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel PumpOctober 23, 2024 · NHTSA 24V789

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Kenworth C500, T680, T800, T880, W900, W990, Peterbilt 567, 579, and 589 trucks, equipped with Cummins X15 diesel engines. The fuel pump barrels may fracture and cause a fuel leak, which can result in an engine stall.

  • Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod AssemblyJune 12, 2024 · NHTSA 24V433

    PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2025 Kenworth K270, K370, L770, T280, T380, T480, T680, T880, W900, W990, 2025 Peterbilt 220, 520, 536, 537, 548, 567, 579, and 589 trucks.

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